Dracunculus (aroid)

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Dracunculus
Dracunculus sp
Dracunculus sp
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Liliopsida
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Dracunculus

Dracunculus is a genus of lily in the family Araceae. They are characterised by a large purple spathe and spadix, often produced in advance of the leaves.

Dracunculus Vulgaris
Dracunculus Vulgaris

The most well-known species is Dracunculus vulgaris, which is sometimes grown in gardens for ornamental purposes.