Lords and Ladies. Tuberous perennial with glossy arrow-shaped, dark-green, often dark spotted. Flower spathes whitish green, reddish speckled in May. Fruits coral red late summer. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 15cm. Fruits May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Arum maculatum
Tuberous perennial with glossy arrow-shaped, dark-green, often dark spotted. Flower spathes whitish green, reddish speckled in May. Fruits coral red late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Arum |
|---|---|
| Species | maculatum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lords and Ladies |
| Flower Colour | white, green |
| 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, white |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | May |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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