Water
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Typhonium brownii, the black arum lily, is a striking aroid with a dark spathe and spadix, native to Australia. It's a terrestrial plant with attractive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some shade but may flower less prolifically.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during growth. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in dormancy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts poisonous
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 during dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune away any dead or yellowing foliage as it appears to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent disease. After flowering, trim back spent flower stalks. Major pruning is usually not required.
Propagate from corms or offsets. Corms can be divided during their dormant period (late autumn/winter). Plant the corms about 5-10 cm deep in well-draining soil. New plants will emerge in spring.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the corms have filled the pot. The best time to repot is during the dormant season. Use a well-draining potting mix, and ensure the pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Black Arum Lily (Typhonium brownii)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Typhonium |
| Species | Typhonium brownii |
Similar in genus Typhonium
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