Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Xanthosoma

Species:

Xanthosoma wendlandii

USDA Symbol:

XAHO2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

150 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical rainforests, prefers organic matter