Overview
Arum maculatum 'Rusné' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Arum, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arum maculatum 'Rusné' 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 maculatum 'Rusné' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Arum genus, which comprises perennial plants developing tubers with arrow-shaped leaves. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects and prefers moist but well-drained loam soils with a neutral to acidic or alkaline pH. It is hardy to UK zone H1c and is suitable for use as a houseplant, in patios and containers, or in conservatories and greenhouses. The plant flowers in spring, producing small flowers hidden at the base of a yellow or purple spadix, enclosed by a prominent hood-like spathe, followed by red berries.
About the genus
Arum is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae. They are native to Europe, northern Africa, and western and central Asia, with the highest species diversity in the Mediterranean region. Frequently called arum lilies, they are not closely related to the true lilies Lilium.
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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 maculatum 'Rusné' 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 maculatum 'Rusné'
- 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 maculatum 'Rusné'?
Arum maculatum 'Rusné' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arum maculatum 'Rusné' need?
Arum maculatum 'Rusné' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arum maculatum 'Rusné' hardy in the UK?
Arum maculatum 'Rusné' 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 maculatum 'Rusné'?
Division in spring.