Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
arabicum
ID:
520928

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wolff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 228(90): 365 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520260



Common Names

  • Adenosciadium Arabicum
  • Arabic Adenosciadium
  • Arabic Climbing Cactus


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Description

Adenosciadium arabicum (also called Arabian adenosciadium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Arabian Peninsula. It is a small shrub with thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, often in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adenosciadium arabicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and is often used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenosciadium arabicum has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenosciadium arabicum can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every two to three years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Adenosciadium arabicum

Adenosciadium arabicum is found in Madagascar.

Adenosciadium arabicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenosciadium arabicum?

Adenosciadium arabicum

What is the common name of Adenosciadium arabicum?

Arabic Adenosciadium

What is the natural habitat of Adenosciadium arabicum?

Mesic to wet forests and woodlands

Species in the Adenosciadium genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,