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Amorphophallus henryi

Also Known As

  • Henry's Voodoo Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 7b-12

Amorphophallus henryi plant details

Amorphophallus henryi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. 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 Amorphophallus henryi

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amorphophallus henryi

USDA Zones: 7b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Amorphophallus henryi plant

How to Grow Amorphophallus henryi

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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