Overview
Arisaema jinshajiangense is a plant with a columnar upright habit in the genus Arisaema, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arisaema jinshajiangense grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, underplanting of roses and shrubs and flower borders and beds.
About
Arisaema jinshajiangense is a columnar upright member of the Araceae with deciduous foliage. It flowers in the UK from May to July. The plant prefers partial shade and a sheltered position on moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acid to neutral pH. It is rated H4 for UK hardiness, suitable for average winter conditions.
About the genus
Arisaema is a large and diverse genus of the flowering plant family Araceae. The largest concentration of species is in China and Japan, with other species native to other parts of southern Asia as well as eastern and central Africa, Mexico and eastern North America. Asiatic species are often called cobra lilies, while western species are often called jack-in-the-pulpit; both names refer to the distinctive appearance of the flower, which consists of an erect central spadix rising from a spathe.
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In the garden
Arisaema jinshajiangense is an upright Araceae with a columnar habit and seasonal, deciduous leaves. Its vertical form makes it a useful architectural element where a narrow profile is needed rather than a spreading ground cover. Flowering is in the UK from May to July. Cultivate it in partial shade on moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils, keeping soil pH on the acid to neutral side. Select a sheltered spot facing north, east or west to reduce exposure to wind and strong afternoon sun; these aspects help maintain leaf integrity through the growing season. The plant is classed H4, meaning it tolerates average UK winter conditions when sited appropriately. Use Arisaema jinshajiangense in cottage and informal gardens, beneath roses and shrubs, or in flower borders and beds where its upright habit can be seen between other plants. Plant it where the columnar stem will be visible against lower underplanting, and note its seasonal interest comes into focus with flowering between May and July.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arisaema
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North, East, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Arisaema jinshajiangense size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arisaema jinshajiangense
- Propagation
- Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring, Offsets removed in late summer
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arisaema jinshajiangense?
Arisaema jinshajiangense prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arisaema jinshajiangense need?
Arisaema jinshajiangense grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arisaema jinshajiangense hardy in the UK?
Arisaema jinshajiangense has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Arisaema jinshajiangense?
Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring, Offsets removed in late summer.
