Arum purpureospathum

Purple-Spathe Arum

Plant Type:

BULBS

Arum purpureospathum - The Purple-Spathe Arum . The elongated arrow-shaped leaves begin to emerge in autumn and continue into winter growing approximately 8 inches tall. The petioles often exhibit a red-purple flush. In spring the dark purple spathe and spadix, artistic with a whitish base, rise and unfurl. Another beautiful species, under-utilized and certainly a collector plant for the Arum enthusiast you dark little devils you. Oh! When in flower sniff deep - be aghast, repulsed then run away and breath through your mouths til you reach safe distance. Fertile to average ground that drains. Established potted Arum from seed.


We find all the aroids fascinating, primitive, oddly alluring, curious, with some - those emitting dangerous scent exude lurid malevolence. They are amazing. Their texture is unequaled in the garden adding exceptional interest, excitement and primitive presence.


Height:

6-10 in

Colors:

Purple
Item Description Price  
ARUPURP Arum purpureospathum (2.5 inch Square Extra Deep – 9.5 fluid ounces / 280 ml.) $12.00 Sold Out


Characteristics and Attributes for Arum purpureospathum

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Autumn
  • Spring
  • Winter

Light

  • Sun Tolerant
  • Mostly Sunny
  • Shade Tolerant

Attributes

  • Meadow / Field
  • Climax Lawn
  • Potted Plant
  • Greenhouse / Alpine House
  • Collector Plant

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Draining
  • Average

Origins

  • Crete

Propagated By

  • By Seed / Potted