About
This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive, non-native species and is banned from sale. See cultivation notes for further details A strong herbaceous perennial with unpleasantly-scented, bright yellow arum-like flowers 40cm in height in early spring, followed by rich green oval leaves up to 1.2m in length.
About the genus
Lysichiton are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials with large, lance-shaped leaves developing after the ovate white or yellow flower spathes surrounding the club-like, yellow or green flowering spadix
Plant details
Suggested usesHerbaceous borders, cottage gardens, cutting.
Native toWest N America
Care notes
CultivationThis plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Across the EU, UK and NI it is an offence to plant or cause to grow in the wild plants listed on Schedule 9 of this order. These plants should not be planted or caused to grow in the wild and in addition are banned from sale. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information
PruningMinimal pruning required. Remove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationSee cultivation notes
Pest resistanceGenerally trouble-free. Monitor for slugs and aphids.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.