dracunculus

Meaning

A genus of herbaceous perennial plants in the family Araceae, native to Europe and North Africa, known for their unusual flower structures and often large, lobed leaves.

Examples

• The *Dracunculus vulgaris*, commonly known as the dragon arum, is a striking plant with a dark, spadix-like flower.
• Gardeners often admire the unique foliage of *Dracunculus canariensis*, a species found on the Canary Islands.