Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
renifolius
ID:
318618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott ex Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nov. Syst. Vyssh. Rast. 28: 28 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317950

Common Names

  • Symplocarpus renifolius
  • Kidney-Leaf Skunk Cabbage
  • Renifolius Symplocarpus

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Description

Symplocarpus renifolius (also called 'Kidney-leaved 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 kidney-shaped. It prefers moist, shady soils and is often found in wet woods and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocarpus renifolius is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Japan. It is often 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

Symplocarpus renifolius has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocarpus renifolius 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 renifolius

Symplocarpus renifolius 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 renifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocarpus renifolius?

Symplocarpus renifolius

What type of plant is Symplocarpus renifolius?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Symplocarpus renifolius?

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

Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011010-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.