Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ditschianum
ID:
339981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogner & P.C.Boyce

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 18: 409 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339313

Common Names

  • Ditschianum Ginger
  • Ditschianum Cardamom
  • Ditschianum Grains of Paradise

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Description

Biarum ditschianum (also called Ditsch's Biarum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and typically grows in rocky, dry habitats. It has a short, upright stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Biarum ditschianum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Biarum ditschianum has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Biarum ditschianum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not over-watered.

Where to Find Biarum ditschianum

Biarum ditschianum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Biarum ditschianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Biarum ditschianum?

Biarum ditschianum

What is the common name of Biarum ditschianum?

Ditsch's arum

What is the origin of Biarum ditschianum?

Cyprus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:936751-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.