Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eximium
ID:
339992

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

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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.

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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 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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86236-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.