Arisaema heterophyllum

Also Known As

Dancing Crane Cobra Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

5a-9a

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Arisaema heterophyllum plant details

Arisaema heterophyllum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer green flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly 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 heterophyllum

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring and summer
Uses: unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arisaema heterophyllum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly 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

Arisaema heterophyllum is a tall-growing cobra lily called "dancing crane" in Japan. It reaches about three feet tall sporting one leaf with at least 15 leaflets and a green flower held above the foliage with a long, yellow, whip-like spadix appendage licking upwards. Easy to grow. Arisaema are known as cobra lilies or jack-in-the-pulpits. There are only two North American species but many in Asia. They grow in moist, shaded, forested habitats and are great for adding cool foliage and floral intrigue in the shade or woodland garden where they can rise up and through other shade plants. In colder climates they can be grown in pots and protected in winter. Keep just above freezing. In pots, plant in a moist but free-draining mix of coarse bark and pumice or perlite. Pull back on watering when dormant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Arisaema heterophyllum plant

How to Grow Arisaema heterophyllum

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