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Spathicarpa hastifolia
Also Known As
- Spathicarpa sagittifolia
Plant type
perennial, aroid
size
- H: 6"-8"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Spathicarpa hastifolia plant details
Spathicarpa hastifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. In summer green and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Spathicarpa hastifolia
- Plant type: perennial aroid
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: green and white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Spathicarpa hastifolia
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Spathicarpa hastifolia is an unusual aroid growing only 8 inches or so tall with hastate leaves. This plant produces small tubers and can go dormant if needed in winter. The flowers are very odd with an open spath and a fused spadix attached to the spath. Rarely offered and limited in stock.
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Gardening facts about Spathicarpa hastifolia plant
How to Grow Spathicarpa hastifolia
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- green
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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