Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 11 +4.4 °C (40 °F) to +7.2 °C (50 °F) |
Plant Height: | 2 to 4 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Purple Other: Spadix is greenish in color, tinged with violet-purple |
Bloom Size: | Over 12" |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Goes Dormant |
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