Dracontium prancei 'Silver shadows'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

9b-12

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Dracontium prancei 'Silver shadows' plant details

Dracontium prancei 'Silver shadows' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy and variegated foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dracontium prancei 'Silver shadows'

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dracontium prancei 'Silver shadows'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dracontium prancei (Silver Shadows) is a rare species to begin with. This selected form produces very odd and interesting silver markings on the foliage with age. As the leaf gets larger the inside portion produces a dark red to maroon center. The petiole is also very impressive. It is a dark maroon color with silver brown and red banding. Looking more reptilian than plant like. I have never seen this in any other collection in the US. I have rarely been able to propagate the plant every few years. This year I have a fairly good stock of small dime size tubers coming along. Don't miss out on ordering this amazing aroid.