Helicodiceros
(from helix, helikos, spiral, dis, twice, and keras, a horn; in allusion to the basal divisions of the leaf twisting and standing erect, and thus somewhat resembling horns). ORD. Aroideae (Araceae). A hardy tuberous perennial herb, allied to Arum. It requires the protection of a frame in severe weather. For culture, see Arum.
H. crinitus (hairy-spathed).* fl. dark purple-brown; spadix cylindrical, shorter than the ovate, flat, brown spathe, which is hairy inside. April. l. pedate; lobes entire. h. 1ft. to 1 1/2ft. Corsica, 1777. SYN. Arum crinitum.