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Arum concinnatum

Also Known As

  • Arum nickelii
  • Crete Arum

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Arum concinnatum plant details

Arum concinnatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring burgundy, green and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arum concinnatum

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy, green and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arum concinnatum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rarely offered similar to italicum, green spathe, club shaped spadix, its native to Crete and the Turkish Islands.

Gardening facts about Arum concinnatum plant

How to Grow Arum concinnatum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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