Arisaema flavum
Dwarf Yellow Cobra Lily
This plant is not currently for sale. This is an archive page preserved for informational use.
Shop Available ArisaemaItem #: 1901
Zones: 5a to 8b, at least
Dormancy: Winter, Fall
Height: 15" tall
Origin: China, Japan
Pot Size: Bare Root / 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)
This sun loving cobra lily is the smallest member of the genus. In early summer (mid June in NC), two (5-11 leaflet) leaves emerge from the underground tuber. At the same time, the stem holding the leaves supports a tiny 1" tall yellow pitcher, just above the foliage. After flowering, the old flower fades to a stalk of bright red berries. Since this cobra lily inflorescence has both sexes, setting seed is a regular occurrence. I guess this bisexual bit will keep members of the religious right from purchasing one... oh well. A. flavum has high cute potential!
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Other Attributes
Genus: Arisaema
Other: Plants from China , Plants from Japan , Plants Named After Animals , Rain Garden Plants