Arisaema kiushianum

Also Known As

Japanese Cobra Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 8"-15"

planting zones

6b-9b

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Arisaema kiushianum plant details

Arisaema kiushianum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arisaema kiushianum

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: clumping, naturalizing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arisaema kiushianum

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Arisaema kiushianum is a stunning little species with a uniquely structured dark purple spathe with white markings. The single leaf grows to one foot tall, with 7-13 leaflets. The spadix is tail-like and more than five inches long. In all quite the little treasure. Late spring bloomer. Arisaema are known as cobra lilies or jack-in-the-pulpits. There are only two North American species but many in Asia. They grow in moist, shaded, forested habitats and are great for adding cool foliage and floral intrigue in the shade or woodland garden where they can rise up and through other shade plants. In colder climates they can be grown in pots and protected in winter. Keep just above freezing. In pots, plant in a moist but free-draining mix of coarse bark and pumice or perlite. Pull back on watering when dormant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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Gardening facts about Arisaema kiushianum plant

How to Grow Arisaema kiushianum

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant