Also known as Jack-In-The-Pulpit
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Arisaema consanguineum, the Himalayan Cobra Lily, is a striking aroid native to the Himalayas, featuring a hooded spathe and a prominent spadix, resembling a cobra's head
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, especially during the hottest parts of the day, which can scorch the leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil during growth, but allow slight drying between waterings. Reduce significantly in dormancy.
Rich, well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season. Protect from frost, as it is not cold-hardy.
Moderate Feed
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season. Cease in late summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains calcium oxalate crystals
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 (spring and summer), but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering significantly as the plant enters dormancy in autumn and winter.
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Prune away any dead, yellowing, or damaged foliage as it appears. After flowering, remove the spent flower stalk to prevent seed formation and redirect energy back to the tuber.
This also helps maintain a tidy appearance.
Propagation is typically done by dividing the tubers during repotting in early spring. Ensure each division has at least one viable eye.
Seeds can be collected from mature fruit, but germination can be slow and unpredictable.
Repot your Arisaema consanguineum every 2-3 years, or when the tuber has outgrown its container. This is best done in early spring before new growth emerges.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Himalayan Cobra Lily (Arisaema consanguineum)
Where Himalayan Cobra Lily (Arisaema consanguineum) 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 | Arisaema |
| Species | Arisaema consanguineum |
Similar in genus Arisaema
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