Status:
valid
Authors:
Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Melet. Bot. : 17 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945756
Common Names
- Vulgaris Dracunculus
- Vulgar Dracunculus
- Vulgar Orchid
Description
Dracunculus vulgaris (also called 'Dragon Arum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Eurasia and North Africa. It is a perennial herb with large, purple-green flowers and long, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in open, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dracunculus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dracunculus vulgaris is a small, yellow-colored bloom with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracunculus vulgaris is a species of orchid native to Europe and North Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid and can be propagated from seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Dracunculus vulgaris
Dracunculus vulgaris can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Species in the Dracunculus genus
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,