Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schott & Kotschy) Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 2: 576 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339324
Common Names
- Eximium Ginger
- Eximium Cardamom
- Eximium Grains of Paradise
Description
Biarum eximium (also called Eximius 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 eximium is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Biarum eximium has small yellow flowers with six petals. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Biarum eximium 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 eximium
Biarum eximium can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Biarum eximium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Biarum eximium?
Biarum eximium
What is the common name of Biarum eximium?
Eximium cardamom
What are the uses of Biarum eximium?
Biarum eximium is used as a spice, as a flavoring agent, and in traditional medicine.
Species in the Biarum genus
Biarum aleppicum,
Biarum angustatum,
Biarum auraniticum,
Biarum bovei,
Biarum carduchorum,
Biarum carratracense,
Biarum crispulum,
Biarum davisii,
Biarum dispar,
Biarum ditschianum,
Biarum eximium,
Biarum fraasianum,
Biarum kotschyi,
Biarum mendax,
Biarum olivieri,
Biarum pyrami,
Biarum rhopalospadix,
Biarum straussii,
Biarum syriacum,
Biarum tenuifolium,
Biarum marmarisense,
Biarum cinarense,
Biarum rifatii,
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,