Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Amorphophallus

Species:

Amorphophallus mirabilis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

120 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

dark purple, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

flies, beetles

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Requires warm temperatures (25-30°C) and high humidity. Seeds should be sown fresh as viability declines rapidly.

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