Description

Arisaema utile

Sikkim Cobra Lily

Tuberous perennial originating from the Himalayan woodland forest in Sikkim. Large, green tri-lobed leaves emerge in early spring followed by dark red spathes often striped with white. Max

Height 40cm. Max Spread 30cm.

Flowers: June-September

Partial shade. Moist but well drained soil.

Hardy.

Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.

Plant with the top of the tuber 4-6” deep in rich well drained humus rich soil in light or dappled shade.

*supplied as a tuber (not potted)