{"product_id":"duftender-feuerkolben-arisaema-candidissimum-jungpflanze","title":"Fragrant Cobra Lily (Arisaema candidissimum) - The Jack-in-the-pulpit with the scent of violets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_05981825d27c1be6\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eSome plants fascinate me not because of their imposing height or an endless sea of flowers, but because of their architectural elegance and almost dramatic tension throughout the gardening year. The fragrant cobra lily (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"225\"\u003eArisaema candidissimum\u003c\/i\u003e) is just such an exotic survivor for partial shade. The absolute highlight of this low-maintenance aroid for me is the intricately shaped, pink-and-white striped spathe, which emits a wonderfully sweet fragrance. Emerging from the dormant tuber extremely late in the year, the striking flower appears first, followed shortly after by a huge, trifoliate leaf. A fascinating spectacle that transforms shady garden areas into an Asian mountain forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Per young plant in a 7cm pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArisaema candidissimum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\"\u003eGrowth form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\"\u003ePerennial tuberous plant, upright stem with a huge umbrella-like leaf, approx. 30 to 40 cm in height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\"\u003eFloral display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\"\u003eIntricately shaped, pink-and-white striped flowering hood (spathe)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\"\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,1,0\"\u003eVery late spring emergence (often not until late June); emits a lovely, sweet fragrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0,0\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,1,0\"\u003eDappled partial shade to shade; requires humus-rich, extremely well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0,0\"\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,1,0\"\u003eConditionally hardy (only if kept absolutely dry!), otherwise requires frost-free overwintering indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Cultural background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe wild relatives of this cobra lily originally hail from the light mountain forests and rocky slopes of Western China. There, they learned to thrive in humus-rich, well-drained forest soils and to survive cold but relatively dry winters unscathed. This fascinating species combines Asian exoticism with astonishing robustness for our latitudes. It has quickly become a sought-after collector's plant for my shade bed, as it readily conquers any sheltered woodland spot with its sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEcological value \u0026amp; Botanical note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWhile many exotic ornamental plants interact little with our native insect world, the delicate, sweet scents of this Arisaema species certainly attract curious pollinators. From a botanical and care perspective, however, it is important to mention: the plant belongs to the Araceae family and is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"327\"\u003epoisonous\u003c\/b\u003e in all parts. Therefore, choose your planting site carefully if small children or free-roaming pets are in the garden, and wear gloves as a precaution when handling the tubers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical curiosity: The master of suspense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe growth of this tuberous plant is a constant spectacle for the eyes and a real test of patience. Because it is an extreme late emerger, often nothing at all shows above the soil surface until late June. But then everything happens incredibly fast: a strong shoot breaks through the earth and discharges the energy stored in the thick rhizome in a rapid growth spurt, during which the impressive, umbrella-like leaf unfolds in full glory above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant note regarding emergence:\u003c\/b\u003e Please do not be surprised or impatient! It is completely normal that the very first shoot tips often do not appear on the surface until \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"117\"\u003elate June\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFragrant cobra blossoms in early summer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIn addition to the curious, giant foliage, the plant surprises me right upon emergence with an architectural masterpiece. Often before or almost simultaneously with the leaf, the striking flowering hood shoots up. The delicate bracts shine in an elegant play of colors ranging from salmon pink to soft pink and white. The flowering period lasts for several weeks, and on warm days, the artful blossom tirelessly envelops its location in a surprisingly pleasant, subtly sweet fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRequirements and care in the shade garden and at the woodland edge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eIn terms of ease of care, this exotic is hard to beat if you respect its basic needs. A light, partially shaded spot under deciduous trees is ideal so that the large leaf is protected from aggressive midday sun. For the substrate, I always mix in plenty of sand, gravel, or grit, as waterlogging is the only thing that causes the tuber to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eI water my cobra lilies evenly during the growth phase – the soil should not dry out completely then, but as soon as the foliage dies back in the autumn, I stop watering entirely. This is the greatest secret to successful cultivation: the tubers themselves possess an amazing frost hardiness, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"311\"\u003ebut are only hardy if they stay absolutely dry in the ground!\u003c\/b\u003e Winter wetness in combination with cold is their greatest enemy. In damp winters, I strictly protect the planting area outdoors from excessive rainfall. If you want to play it safe, have heavy soil, or keep the plant in a pot anyway, it is best to dig up the tubers in autumn or bring the pot indoors. There, they can easily overwinter in a cool, absolutely dry, and frost-free place until they can go back outside in late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55907158000001,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/6332\/3777\/files\/Image_txxp7utxxp7utxxp.png?v=1783871582","url":"https:\/\/pflanzenwelten-heinek.de\/en\/products\/duftender-feuerkolben-arisaema-candidissimum-jungpflanze","provider":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}