Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Plant Height: | 4 feet (1.2 m) |
Leaves: | Other: Mature plants grow a single leaf (solitary) divided into leaflets. |
Underground structures: | Tuber |
Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Remove seeds from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Leaf Other: Leaf bulbils (Intercalary) |
Pollinators: | Self |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Goes Dormant |
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