Arisaema barnesii

Also Known As

Cobra Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

7a-9b

Arisaema barnesii plant details

Arisaema barnesii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer green and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arisaema barnesii

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arisaema barnesii

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This species has a dark purple or green spathe (modified leaf) with green or white stripes, surrounding the spadix (thick spike with tiny flowers). The leaves have five to nine leaflets with prominent veins and wavy margins.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Arisaema barnesii plant

How to Grow Arisaema barnesii

Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant