Helicodiceros Species, Dead-Horse Arum
Helicodicerosmuscivorus

Family: Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus: Helicodiceros (hel-ik-oh-DISS-er-os)
Species: muscivorus (mus-SEE-ver-us)

Synonym:Arum crinitum

Synonym:Arum muscivorum

Category
Perennials

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Light Shade

Foliage
Deciduous
Veined

Foliage Color
Blue-Green

Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

Hardiness
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color
Scarlet (dark red)
Dark Purple/Black
Maroon/Burgundy

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored