Overview

Amorphophallus is a columnar upright conservatory greenhouse in the genus Amorphophallus, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Amorphophallus grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and sub-tropical.

About the genus

Amorphophallus is a large genus of some 200 tropical and subtropical tuberous herbaceous plants from the arum family (Araceae), native to Asia, Africa, Australia and various oceanic islands. The genus includes the Titan arum of Indonesia, which has the largest inflorescence in the genus, and is known as the 'corpse flower' for the pungent odour it produces during its flowering period, which can take up to seven years of growth before it occurs.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Amorphophallus

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Amorphophallus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Bulbs

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Amorphophallus

Propagation

Separate offsets when dormant, propagate by seed sown in heat in autumn or early spring

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions