Water
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering significantly as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer or fall.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Arisaema polyphyllum is a distinctive woodland perennial with a hooded spathe, typically found in shaded, moist habitats. It offers unique botanical interest.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, hot sun which can scorch the leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy. Ensure excellent drainage.
Well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C during the growing season. Needs a cool, dormant period in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Feed with diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth. Cease feeding as growth slows.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
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Unknown
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering significantly as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer or fall.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Remove dead or dying foliage as it appears to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent disease. Cut back all remaining foliage once it has completely yellowed and withered after the growing season.
Propagation is primarily done by dividing the rhizomes in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Seeds can be sown fresh but require stratification and may take several years to germinate and mature.
Repot Arisaema polyphyllum every 2-3 years, or when the rhizome has outgrown its container. Repot in early spring just as new growth emerges, using a well-draining potting mix.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Arisaema |
| Species | Arisaema polyphyllum |
Similar in genus Arisaema
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