Water
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch during active growth. Reduce watering significantly when the plant goes dormant, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to tuber rot, so ensure good drainage.
Amorphophallus henryi is a striking aroid grown for its dramatic, often mottled, single-leaf structure and tall, speckled flower stalk that emerges before the leaf.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect
50% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch the leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings during active growth. Reduce significantly during dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-28°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Greenhouse
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch during active growth. Reduce watering significantly when the plant goes dormant, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to tuber rot, so ensure good drainage.
Pruning is generally not required for Amorphophallus henryi. Remove any dead or yellowing foliage as it appears.
The spathe and spadix will naturally wither and die back after flowering and should be cut at the base once completely dry.
Propagation is primarily achieved through offsets or corms that grow from the main tuber. Carefully separate these during repotting in spring.
Plant the offsets in well-draining potting mix and keep them moderately moist until established.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the tuber outgrows its container. This is best done in spring before new growth emerges.
Use a large pot with excellent drainage and a well-aerated, gritty potting mix to prevent waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Amorphophallus Henryi (Amorphophallus henryi)
Where Amorphophallus Henryi (Amorphophallus henryi) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Amorphophallus |
| Species | Amorphophallus henryi |
Similar in genus Amorphophallus
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