Status:
valid
Authors:
J.C.Wang & H.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. , Suppl. 11: 61 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304969
Common Names
- Sauromatum Gaoligongense
- Gaoligong Arum
- Gaoligong Sauromatum
Description
Sauromatum gaoligongense (also called Gaoligong Voodoo Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in China and Myanmar. It is a small plant, growing up to 40 cm tall. It prefers to grow in moist, shady areas, at elevations of 1000-2500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Sauromatum gaoligongense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sauromatum gaoligongense has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sauromatum gaoligongense is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Sauromatum gaoligongense
Sauromatum gaoligongense is native to Southeast Asia.
Sauromatum gaoligongense FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Sauromatum gaoligongense?
It is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.
What is the flower color of Sauromatum gaoligongense?
The flowers are yellow or orange.
What is the flowering period of Sauromatum gaoligongense?
It blooms from April to May.
Species in the Sauromatum genus
Sauromatum brevipes,
Sauromatum gaoligongense,
Sauromatum horsfieldii,
Sauromatum venosum,
Sauromatum giganteum,
Sauromatum diversifolium,
Sauromatum tentaculatum,
Sauromatum brevipilosum,
Sauromatum hirsutum,
Sauromatum meghalayense,
Sauromatum paramjitii,
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
Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.
Zhong Lang Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.L.Wang' in the authors string.