Biarum is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae.

It is composed of plants that are native to the Middle East, southern Europe (Spain, Portugal, Italy, Balkans), and North Africa.

[1][2][3][4] Biarum are often found growing in rock crevices and graveled soil composed largely of limestone.

To flower Biarum required a dry rest period during summer.

Their inflorescence tend to grow close to the ground and produce an extremely intense and unpleasant odor.