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

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

This tall-growing cobra lily is 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.

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