Arisaema
Arisaema
Arisaema (pronunciation: /ˌærɪˈsiːmə/) is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, comprising about 150 species. The genus is native to Asia, Africa, and North America, with the highest diversity in the Himalayas and East Asia.
Etymology
The name Arisaema is derived from the Greek words aris (a kind of arum) and haima (blood), possibly referring to the red berries produced by some species.
Description
Arisaema species are perennial herbs with tuberous or rhizomatous roots. The leaves are usually trifoliate, but can be simple or even pinnate in some species. The flowers are borne on a spadix, enclosed by a hooded spathe. The fruit is a cluster of bright red or orange berries.
Related Terms
- Araceae: The plant family to which Arisaema belongs.
- Spathe: A large, usually colorful bract that encloses the flowers of Arisaema and other Araceae.
- Spadix: A type of inflorescence characteristic of the Araceae, including Arisaema.
- Tuber: A type of modified plant stem or root, serving as a storage organ. Arisaema species often have tuberous roots.
- Rhizome: A type of horizontal underground stem that often sends out roots and shoots from its nodes. Some Arisaema species have rhizomatous roots.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arisaema
- Wikipedia's article - Arisaema
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