Sauromatum venosum
"Voodoo Lily"
Perfect for pots
Hand packed in paper bags
Hardy throughout the UK
Description
Create an amazing, exotic-looking planting scheme with this dark and alluring aroid Sauromatum venosum (Voodoo Lily). If you have a taste for unusual plants with a hint of peculiar, this wacky number is right up your street! Any connoisseur for plants with spectacular, intricate detail will be well and truly drawn in to the magnificent, dramatic beauty of this dark charmer, which from early summer speedily produces an arum-like spotted spathe centred by a great long dark maroon spadix. Later, you’ll get an unusual round formation of long pointed leaves too!
A native to Africa, Japan and China, you’ll also be surprised at how easy to grow and hardy Sauromatum venosum is! Thriving in a sheltered spot and looking fabulous among other bold tropical varieties, this fascinating architectural plant is the perfect addition to any lush, leafy oasis. Plant your Voodoo Lilies in groups for a big impact – given the right conditions, and you can enjoy this tropical treasure year after year.
Details for Sauromatum venosum
Colour:
Brownish red / soft lime green
Height:
20-25 cm / 8-10"
Planting season:
Spring
Flowering time:
Summer
Botanical name:
Sauromatum venosum
Light requirements:
Partial shade / full sun
Soil moisture:
Average
Naturalising:
Strong
Perennial:
Yes
Planting & Care
- Plant your arum tubers straight outside during spring in free-draining soil
- Grow in borders or containers in shade or partial shade
- Spread the tubers out and plant 5-10cm deep
- Space the tubers about 10-15cm apart
- Water-in after planting
Read more in our planting guide
Delivery schedule
- Orders placed before 28 February 2019
You can expect your order in March 2019 - Orders placed 1 March - 31 May 2019
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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