Overview
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Arum, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and cut flowers.
About
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis is a clump-forming perennial cultivar from the Arum genus, known for developing tubers and simple arrow-shaped leaves. This deciduous plant produces small flowers hidden at the base of a yellow or purple spadix, surrounded by a hood-like spathe, followed by red berries. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. Hardy to H1c, it is suitable for use as a houseplant, patio or container plant, and in conservatories or greenhouses, with interest in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids or thrips; glasshouse red spider mite or glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to bacterial or fungal rots or a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey?
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey need?
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey hardy in the UK?
Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Arum dioscoridis var. dioscoridis from Turkey?
Division in spring.
More in the Arum genus
- Arum dioscoridis
- Arum elongatum
- Arum idaeum
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- Arum italicum 'Eco Ghost'
- Arum italicum 'Lady Aron'
- Arum italicum 'Pamela Harper'
- Arum italicum 'Taff's Giant'