Eminium spiculatum (Araceae)

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Eminium spiculatum
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The Eminium spiculatum plant species is found in S. Europe - Mediterranean to W. Asia. It is a member of the Araceae family.

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Latin Name:  Eminium spiculatum
Family:  Araceae
Author:  (Bl)Kuntze.

Known Hazards:  Many plants in this family are poisonous raw, due to the presence of calcium oxylate crystals. If eaten raw, this toxin gives you a sensation as if hundreds of tiny needles are sticking into the mouth, tongue etc. However, it is easily destroyed by thoroughly cooking or drying the plant. Although no specific mention has been seen for this plant it is wise to assume that it is poisonous in its raw state.

Mature Height:  0.25   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry rocky places[200].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown in a greenhouse as soon as it is ripe, though the seed can also be sown in early spring. Prick out the young seedlings into individul pots as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter, planting out in late summer when the plants are dormant[200]. Division in late summer when the plants are dormant[200].

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