Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olivieri
ID:
340135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Rumphia 1: 115 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339467

Common Names

  • Olivieri Biarum
  • Biarum olivieri
  • Araceae

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Description

Biarum olivieri (also called Olive's Snake's-head, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Biarum olivieri is a small, yellow flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Biarum olivieri is a tropical plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken from the lower part of the stem and planted in moist soil. Seeds can also be used, but they should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Biarum olivieri

Biarum olivieri can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Biarum olivieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Biarum olivieri?

Biarum olivieri

What is the common name of Biarum olivieri?

Olive Arum

What is the natural habitat of Biarum olivieri?

Mediterranean region

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86248-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.