International Flower Bulb Centre
Family
Araceae
Botanical Name
ARISAEMA candidissimum
Plant Common Name
White-spathed Jack-in-the-pulpit
General Description
One of the last herbaceous perennials to emerge in spring, Arisaema candidissimum is a tuberous aroid native to western China. In early summer it bears a white spathe with pink or pale green stripes, enclosing a greenish spadix. The flowers are sweetly fragrant. Large, handsome, three-lobed leaves accompany the flowers. Fruiting rarely occurs in cultivation.
Plant in full sun to partial shade in a moist, well drained soil. It is one of the most striking plants for the shade garden.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
9 - 6
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USDA Hardiness Zone
6 - 9
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Plant Type
Bulb or Corm or Tuber
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Sun Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
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Height
12"-24" / 30.5cm - 61.0cm
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Width
12"-24" / 30.5cm - 61.0cm
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Bloom Time
Early Summer
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Native To
China
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Upright/Erect
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Seasonal Interest
Summer
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
White, Green, Pink
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Flower Color Modifier
Striped
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Fragrant Flowers
Yes
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
Yes
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Edible Fruit
Yes
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Bold
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Foliage Sheen
Glossy
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
