Arisaema exappendiculatum

Also Known As

Castrated Jack

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 10"-20"

planting zones

6a-9b

Arisaema exappendiculatum plant details

Arisaema exappendiculatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer black, chocolate and green flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 exappendiculatum

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 20 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: black, chocolate and green blooms in spring and summer
Uses: unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arisaema exappendiculatum

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - 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 rarely offered species is an exciting one growing to four feet tall with broad leaflets in a spoked pattern. The spathese are big and thick and bold. They are brown-black or green or a combination of both colours. This will be a stately and exciting addition to the shade garden. Mid-spring.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Arisaema exappendiculatum plant

How to Grow Arisaema exappendiculatum

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