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Solomon's lily
Scientific Name: Arum palestinum
Family: Araceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Solomon's Lily (Arum palaestinum)
Arum palaestinum, commonly known as Solomon's Lily, is a flowering herbaceous perennial belonging to the Araceae family. Other common names include Black Calla, Wild Calla, Wild Arum, Priest's Hood, and Kardi.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is noted as being toxic to dogs.
- The plant contains Calcium Oxalate Crystals, and possibly Proteinase depending upon species, which are considered toxins.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arum palaestinum Boiss.
- Family: Araceae
- Group: Monocot
- Symbol: ARPA39
Habitat and Distribution
- The plant is cultivated in the Middle East.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Solomon's Lily attracts vinegar flies as pollinators.
- The plant emits odor molecules that resemble those produced during alcoholic fermentation of rotting fruit initiated by yeast, which attracts the vinegar flies.
Quirky Facts
- The Solomon's Lily employs deceptive pollination, luring insects without offering a reward. It imitates a yeasty odor to attract vinegar flies.