Arisaema Atrorubens (Noun)
Meaning
Common American spring-flowering woodland herb having sheathing leaves and an upright club-shaped spadix with overarching green and purple spathe producing scarlet berries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Arisaema atorubens, commonly known as Jack-in-the-pulpit, can be found growing in the woodland gardens surrounding the historic mansion.
- In early spring, arisaema atorubens emerge from the forest floor with distinctive green and purple spathe surrounding a club-shaped spadix.
- Hikers walking through the woodland trail noticed a peculiar plant, arisaema atorubens, which later produced bright scarlet berries.
- Gardeners should exercise caution when handling arisaema atorubens, as its parts can be toxic if ingested.
- During a guided nature walk, participants learned about the unique characteristics of arisaema atorubens and its role in the woodland ecosystem.