This Arum species is native to the Apulia region of southeastern Italy, where it is critically endangered due to habitat destruction. How...Read Moreever, it is very easily cultivated and is one of the most suitable Arum species for container growing, due to its compact nature. The species rarely reaches more than 30 cm in height and produces its attractive, glossy sagittate foliage in Autumn. The spathes usually appear in April (Northern Hemisphere) and are a warm russet with pale green at the centre, and a brown to maroon spadix. these are followed in early Summer by spikes of vivid orange berries. Arum apulum can tolerate sub-zero temperatures for short periods but it is better to provide protection in cold weather - pots can freeze solid, which will kill the plants. Plant the tubers 12 cms deep in Autumn, using compost with plenty of organic matter and added grit and feed regularly throughout the growing season. Store dormant tubers completely dry.
This Arum species is native to the Apulia region of southeastern Italy, where it is critically endangered due to habitat destruction. How...Read More