Water
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, as this plant thrives in damp environments. Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Also known as White Skunk Cabbage
Asian Skunk-Cabbage (Lysichiton camtschatcensis) is a large herbaceous perennial native to East Asia, known for its distinctive spathe and spadix.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial to full shade.
30% intensity
Protect from direct afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
80% intensity
Prefers damp conditions, avoid drying out.
Rich, moist, well-drained soil with a high organic content. Tolerates boggy conditions.
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range 10-20°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed moderately during growing season.
40% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, as this plant thrives in damp environments. Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Remove spent flower stalks and any dead or damaged foliage in late autumn or early spring. Minimal pruning is generally required.
Easily propagated from seed sown in autumn or spring, or by dividing established clumps after flowering.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, using a rich, moist potting mix. Ensure adequate drainage.
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Where Asian Skunk-Cabbage (Lysichiton camtschatcensis) 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 | Lysichiton |
| Species | Lysichiton camtschatcensis |
Similar in genus Lysichiton
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