Overview
Arum palaestinum is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Arum, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arum palaestinum 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 palaestinum is a species of flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Arum and the family Araceae. It is also known as black calla, Solomon's lily, priest's hood, noo'ah loof and kardi. Native to the Mediterranean Basin, it is employed in the Middle East for culinary and medicinal purposes. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs a warm, frost-free position in the UK (RHS H1c). Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and cut flowers. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing or west-facing aspects. Plant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
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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 palaestinum 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 palaestinum
- 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 palaestinum?
Arum palaestinum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arum palaestinum need?
Arum palaestinum grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arum palaestinum hardy in the UK?
Arum palaestinum 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 palaestinum?
Division in spring.