Araceae, a family of plants full of mysterious colors, whose members are found all over the world, with a wide variety of species. In China, Araceae plants are rich in species, having both ornamental and medicinal values. Let us uncover the mysteries of Araceae and explore the common Araceae plants.
Overview of Araceae PlantsThe Araceae family (Araceae) is a monocotyledonous plant family, with about 100 genera and 2,000 species worldwide. There are 20 genera and about 200 species in China, widely distributed across the country. Araceae plants are characterized by their unique tubers, corms, or rhizomes, with various shapes, some gorgeous and some simple.
Common Araceae Plants1. Calla lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica)
The calla lily is a common ornamental plant with a flower shape similar to a horseshoe, rich in flower colors, and has high ornamental value. Calla lily also has medicinal values for clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain.
2. Arisaema erubescens
Arisaema erubescens is a common medicinal plant, whose tuber has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, dispelling wind and dampness, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. In folk medicine, Arisaema erubescens is often used to treat风湿骨痛 (rheumatism and bone pain), falls, and injuries.
3. Taro (Colocasia esculenta)
Taro is a common edible plant, whose tuber is rich in starch, protein, fat, vitamins, and other nutrients. In southern China, taro is one of the important food crops.
4. Amorphophallus rivieri
Amorphophallus rivieri is an ornamental plant with a unique corm shape and high ornamental value. It also has medicinal values for clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain.
5. Anthurium andreanum
Flamingo flower is a common ornamental plant with a flower shape similar to a candle flame, bright flower colors, and high ornamental value. It also has medicinal values for clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain.
Applications of Araceae PlantsAraceae plants have extensive applications in China for medicinal, edible, and ornamental purposes. According to the "Chinese Pharmacopoeia," many species of Araceae plants have medicinal values, such as Arisaema erubescens, taro, Amorphophallus rivieri, etc. Araceae plants also have high ornamental value, such as calla lily and flamingo flower.
Araceae plants have a wide variety of species, diverse shapes, and high ornamental and medicinal values. Understanding these common Araceae plants can not only enrich our plant knowledge but also allow us to better utilize these plant resources in our daily lives. In the days to come, let us continue to pay attention to Araceae plants and jointly explore the mysteries of nature.
Note: This article refers to authoritative materials such as "Flora of China" and "Chinese Medicinal Plants," with accurate and reliable data.