About
A tender, tuberous perennial producing a single, large, deeply cut, dark green leaf on a purple-mottled stem after the flower appears. The inflorescence, which may appear without leaves from the bare tuber, consists of a large, purple-mottled green spathe surrounding a foul-smelling, elongated, maroon-purple spadix. A dramatic and curious aroid for a warm, sheltered border or conservatory.
About the genus
Pleione are deciduous orchids with pseudobulbs each bearing one or two lance-shaped leaves and mostly solitary flowers to 8cm across, on short stems
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally.
PropagationDivide offsets when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.