Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
foetidus
ID:
318613

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Salisb. ex W.P.C.Barton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Veg. Mater. Med. U.S. 1: 124 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317945

Common Names

  • Symplocarpus foetidus
  • Skunk Cabbage
  • Foetid Symplocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Symplocarpus foetidus (L.) Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Symplocarpus foetidus (also called 'Skunk Cabbage', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a smooth, green stem and its leaves are ovate in shape. It prefers moist, shady soils and is often found in wet woods and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocarpus foetidus is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocarpus foetidus is a white, star-shaped inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocarpus foetidus is a fast-growing, evergreen palm that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered area in the garden.

Where to Find Symplocarpus foetidus

Symplocarpus foetidus is native to the temperate regions of North America and Asia. It can be found in the United States, Canada, China, Japan, Korea, and Russia.

Symplocarpus foetidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocarpus foetidus?

Symplocarpus foetidus

What type of plant is Symplocarpus foetidus?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Symplocarpus foetidus?

Subtropical and tropical moist forests

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 Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.
William P. C. Barton (1786-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.C.Barton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1149384-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.