Tuberous perennial with arrow-shaped, mid-green, white-veined leaves. In early summer, bears greenish white spathes, followed by orange-red berries. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 15cm. Fruits August to December. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Arum italicum
Tuberous perennial with arrow-shaped, mid-green, white-veined leaves. In early summer, bears greenish white spathes, followed by orange-red berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Arum |
|---|---|
| Species | italicum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Araceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | orange, red |
| Fruits When | August, December |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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