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

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

This is a stunning 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.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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Photo of Arisaema kiushianum flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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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