Overview
Typhonodorum lindleyanum is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Typhonodorum, part of the Araceae family, with evergreen foliage. Typhonodorum lindleyanum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include water gardens, ponds and bog gardens.
About
Typhonodorum lindleyanum is a clump-forming evergreen plant belonging to the Araceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1b and is suitable for water gardens, ponds, and bog gardens. It is best propagated by division in spring and is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons.
About the genus
Typhonodorum is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae. The single species making up this genus is Typhonodorum lindleyanum. The genus is native to Madagascar, the Comores, Zanzibar, Réunion and Mauritius.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Typhonodorum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Typhonodorum lindleyanum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Water gardens, ponds, bog gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Typhonodorum lindleyanum
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Not specified
- Disease resistance
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Typhonodorum lindleyanum?
Typhonodorum lindleyanum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Typhonodorum lindleyanum need?
Typhonodorum lindleyanum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Typhonodorum lindleyanum hardy in the UK?
Typhonodorum lindleyanum has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Typhonodorum lindleyanum?
Division in spring.