Arisarum vulgare ex France
Also Known As
- Friar's Cowl
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, aroid
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 6"-24"
planting zones
- 7a-11
Arisarum vulgare ex France plant details
Arisarum vulgare ex France is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover aroid with green foliage. In summer chocolate flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arisarum vulgare ex France
- Plant type: perennial groundcover aroid
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: chocolate blooms in summer
- Uses: alpine, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arisarum vulgare ex France
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A strange little aroid from a genus of only three species, best in the alpine house (it needs to be kept warm and dry during its summer dormancy), with hooded brown spathes and a protruding mouse tail. Definitely cool.
Gardening facts about Arisarum vulgare ex France plant
How to Grow Arisarum vulgare ex France
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- chocolate
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Arisarum for your garden
aka Mouse Plant, Mouse Tails, Mouseplant
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 24"-48"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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