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Bau: A New Aroid of Southeast Asian Rainforests

Bau is a genus of 26 terrestrial herb species in the Araceae family, first described in 2024 by S.Y. Wong & P.C. Boyce. These understory plants occur from Peninsular Thailand through western and central Malesia, including Borneo, Malaya, Sulawesi and Sumatra and are characterized by simple, pinnate-veined leaves and solitary spadix inflorescences subtended by a campanulate spathe.

See the species list below

BAU SPECIES

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Bau adoceta Bau adoceta is a rare tropical aroid from Southeast Asia featuring a unique inflorescence and attractive foliage ideal for specialist collections.

Bau amosyui Discover Bau amosyui, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with unique foliage and a distinctive inflorescence, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts.

Bau antu Explore Bau antu, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with unique foliage and an elegant inflorescence. Ideal for exotic plant collectors.

Bau brevicuspis Discover Bau brevicuspis, a tropical aroid with compact foliage and unique inflorescence, ideal for humid, shaded environments in Southeast Asia.

Bau camera-lucida Discover Bau camera-lucida, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with glossy leaves and a distinctive inflorescence prized by enthusiasts.

Bau elegans Discover Bau elegans, a rare tropical aroid with elegant foliage and a unique inflorescence, prized by plant enthusiasts.

Bau gui Discover Bau gui, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with striking foliage and a unique inflorescence prized by botanical enthusiasts.

Bau hayi Discover Bau hayi, a rare Southeast Asian aroid prized for its unique foliage and striking inflorescence, ideal for dedicated plant collectors.

Bau hendrikii Discover Bau hendrikii, a rare aroid with unique foliage and inflorescence native to Southeast Asia.

Bau inculta Discover Bau inculta, a rare tropical aroid prized for its unique leaf shape, subtle inflorescence, and specialized care requirements.

Bau latevaginata Discover Bau latevaginata, a rare tropical aroid from Southeast Asia prized for its unique inflorescence and lush foliage

Bau liniae Bau liniae is a rare tropical aroid prized for its distinctive foliage and exotic inflorescence, ideal for dedicated enthusiasts.

Bau matangensis Discover Bau matangensis, a rare tropical aroid with striking foliage and compact growth ideal for dedicated collectors.

Bau meriraiensis Discover Bau meriraiensis, a rare aroid species with unique inflorescence and striking foliage, native to Southeast Asia.

Bau metallica Bau metallica is a rare aroid with metallic leaves from Southeast Asia, prized for its unique appearance and easy-to-follow care guidelines.

Bau multinervia Discover Bau multinervia, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with striking, finely veined foliage and unique inflorescence, prized by collectors.

Bau nervosa Bau nervosa is a tropical aroid with unique leaf venation and inflorescence, prized for its ornamental appeal and intriguing botanical details.

Bau pellucida Discover Bau pellucida, a rare translucent aroid from Southeast Asia with unique foliage and elegant inflorescence, prized by collectors.

Bau pocong Discover Bau pocong, a rare aroid from Southeast Asia with striking inflorescence and lush foliage. Cultivation tips and botanical insights included.

Bau porpax Discover Bau porpax, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with distinctive leaves and inflorescence. Perfect for tropical plant enthusiasts.

Bau puberulipes Discover Bau puberulipes, a tropical aroid with hairy stalks and glossy leaves. Learn about its care, habitat, and unique features in this detailed guide.

Bau reticosa Discover Bau reticosa, a rare tropical aroid with intricate reticulate leaves and a unique inflorescence native to Southeast Asia.

Bau simonii Discover Bau simonii, a rare Southeast Asian aroid with delicate foliage and unique inflorescence ideal for tropical plant enthusiasts.

Bau tessellata Bau tessellata is a rare, ornamental aroid from Southeast Asia, known for its unique, tessellated leaves and tropical rainforest habitat.

Bau turbata Explore the unique Bau turbata, an intriguing Southeast Asian aroid with striking leaves and fascinating pollination features.

Bau ulusarikeiensis Bau ulusarikeiensis is a rare, tropical aroid from Southeast Asia, prized for its unique foliage and ideal for collectors of rare houseplants.

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