Jack in the Pulpit

Jack in the Pulpit

Arisaema triphyllum

 

AR Plant Model

Description: Has one or two large, glossy leaves, divided into three leaflets. The flower occurs on a separate stalk as large, hooded, green- or purple-striped flower. All parts of this plant contain calcium oxalate crystals which causes severe burning and swelling of the mouth and throat if consumed. Three subspecies occur at Powdermill.
Propagation: Large red fleshy berries in late fall should be soaked in water overnight and the rubbed through a coarse sieve before planting
Initial bloom (month and week): May W2
Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden
Color of flower: Green or purple
Height: 18-24″
Spread: 12″
Family: Araceae
Soil type: Acidic woodland soil
Soil moisture: Moist
Light: Shade to part shade
Zone: 3-9