Plants in genus arisaema
Arisaema amurense
Arisaema amurense, commonly known as the cobra lily, is an easy-to-grow plant that forms a fast-multiplying clump in woodland gardens. It features a unique green and white striped pitcher flower with a hood, emerging early in spring.
Arisaema speciosum
Arisaema speciosum is a striking perennial known for its bold presence in the garden, featuring large, red-edged leaves and a unique flower with a purple and white striped hood. This plant, native to the mountainous regions of Nepal and surrounding areas, grows on tall, cobra-marked stalks and prefers cool, well-drained woodland sites. Its flower is particularly notable for the long, spiraling reddish-purple tongue that extends from the bloom. The species is part of a giant race discovered in India, making it a fascinating addition to any shade garden. It thrives in well-drained soils during its dormant period and emerges with new growth in late spring. Arisaema speciosum is also known for its ornamental seed or fruit, adding interest to the garden throughout the year. This plant is a member of the Arisaema genus, which is often associated with its snake-like appearance and dramatic foliage. It is a perfect choice for those looking to add a touch of the exotic to their garden landscape.
Arisaema serratum
Arisaema serratum, known as the cobra lily, is a robust plant native to Japan, featuring two hand-shaped leaves with multiple leaflets. It produces a green and white striped pitcher with occasional purple markings, topped with a whip-like tongue. This plant blooms from May to June and is suitable for well-drained woodland gardens. It contains toxic compounds, so caution is advised when handling. Its unique appearance and adaptability make it a fascinating addition to shaded garden areas.
Arisaema sikokianum
Arisaema sikokianum is a stunning herbaceous perennial from the aroid family, native to the Island of Shikoku, Japan. It features a smoky-purple base with a snow-white cup and a large hood with purple, green, and white stripes. This plant prefers moist, shaded areas and is known for its unique dark pitcher and pure white spadix. It is a springtime favorite for woodland gardens.
Arisaema speciosum var. mirabile
Arisaema speciosum var. mirabile is a variety of Himalayan Arisaema found at high elevations in India. It features a purple striped spathe with a long white spadix and flowers later than the typical species.
Arisaema griffithii
Arisaema griffithii, also known as the cobra lily, is a rare Himalayan species with prominent yellow striping on its spathe and a thread-like 'tongue' that can reach 18 inches long. This plant prefers full sun in moist, well-drained soils and is not recommended for warm, humid summer climates. Its unique appearance makes it a striking addition to gardens.
Arisaema triphyllum
Arisaema triphyllum, also known as Jack-in-the-pulpit, is a native wildflower of Eastern North America. It features a unique hooded spathe and produces bright red berries if pollinated. This perennial prefers moist woodland conditions and goes dormant by late summer. It is deer-resistant and contains calcium oxalate crystals, which are toxic if ingested.
Arisaema consanguineum
Arisaema consanguineum is a tuberous perennial native to the Himalayas and Indochina, known for its tall stalks with radial leaves and a distinctive pitcher-like spathe. It thrives in very moist areas and is cultivated for its unique appearance in damp, sunny, or partially shaded spots.
Arisaema sazensoo
Arisaema sazensoo is a Japanese plant closely related to Arisaema sikokianum. It features two 5-leaflet leaves atop 12-inch stems, with a flower emerging on a stalk between the leaves. This non-offsetting species is known for its narrower spadix and elongated spathe tip.
Arisaema tosaense
Arisaema tosaense is a rare and robust species from southern Japan, notable for its large size and unique growth. It features a stalk with two large leaves arranged in a horseshoe pattern, and a green flower resembling a Jack-in-the-pulpit. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and can be a striking addition to a rain garden or shade perennial collection.
Arisaema thunbergii
Arisaema thunbergii, known as the Japanese cobra lily, features a 2-foot green stalk with a horseshoe-shaped leaf and a greenish-purple pitcher. It is found in Japan and is poisonous, containing calcium oxalate.
Arisaema heterocephalum
Arisaema heterocephalum is a rare Japanese plant found in moist mountainous woods, growing up to 3 feet tall. It features a green pitcher with a white spade-like spadix and two rippled margined horseshoe-shaped leaves. This unique plant is a fascinating addition to shade gardens, offering a distinctive appearance.
Arisaema yamatense
Arisaema yamatense is a tall species from Japan, known for its striking purple and white patterned stalks that reach over 3 feet. The flower, held above two leaves, features a green pitcher and spadix with white stripes. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and is deer resistant, making it a unique addition to shaded gardens.
Arisaema galeatum
Arisaema galeatum is a striking Himalayan plant that can grow over 4 feet tall, featuring a tripartite green leaf often edged in purple. Its flower resembles that of Arisaema ringens, with a lime-green helmet that emerges in early spring alongside the foliage. This plant requires good drainage and protection from summer rains, making it suitable for well-drained garden beds. Its unique appearance and large size make it a standout addition to any garden.
Arisaema heterophyllum
Arisaema heterophyllum is a perennial herb native to East Asia, featuring a green and purple-tinged pitcher with a long tongue-like spadix. It grows in forests and wetlands, preferring humus-rich, well-draining soil, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Arisaema ringens
Arisaema ringens, native to East Asia, is a tuberous plant known for its cobra-like flower with purple and white stripes. It grows up to 45 cm tall and thrives in moist, humus-rich soil. This dioecious species is pollinated by flies and is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9.
Arisaema serratum var. serratum
Arisaema serratum var. serratum is an Asian native plant with a mottled stem that grows up to 2 feet tall. It features a distinctive pitcher with an arching spathe and leaves that emerge two-thirds up the stem. This easy-to-cultivate species thrives in well-drained conditions and is known for its durability and unique appearance.
Arisaema utile
Arisaema utile is a striking plant found in the Himalayan rocky woodlands, growing at elevations of 8,000-13,000 feet. It features an 18-inch tall stem with three-lobed foliage and a bright ruby-red spathe with a whip-like appendage.
Arisaema taiwanense
Arisaema taiwanense, or cobra lily, is known for its snakeskin-colored stalk and radial leaf with drooping threadlike leaflets. Its flower forms a black-purple hood with a long threadlike tongue.
Arisaema tortuosum
Arisaema tortuosum is a hardy aroid found in the Himalayas, western China, southern India, and Myanmar. It features a purple or green whip-like spadix and green Jack-in-the-pulpit flowers. This plant grows in large clumps up to 2 meters and is suitable for part sun to light shade, adding an exotic touch to garden settings.
Arisaema dracontium
Arisaema dracontium, commonly known as Jack-in-the-Pulpit, is a native North American perennial often found in damp woods. It forms a clump with a dusty-green stalk and a unique arrangement of 7-15 leaflets. The plant features a narrow green hood with a yellow tongue-like spadix. It can grow up to 3 feet tall in dry shade and produces orange-red berries. The plant is listed as vulnerable in Canada and is known for its distinctive inflorescence.
Arisaema bockii
Arisaema bockii is an elegant plant with green and white striped pitchers and a unique greenish and purple-speckled sex organ. It emerges in early spring with 5-7 leaflet leaves from a central stem. Native to high elevations in Hubei Province, China, this species is often confused with Arisaema sazensoo and is known for its solitary nature and rare offsetting.
Arisaema intermedium
Arisaema intermedium, commonly known as the Himalayan Jack-in-the-pulpit, is a unique plant that grows in lightly forested slopes at high elevations. It features a quilted green trifoliate leaf and a green spathe occasionally flushed with purple. The spathe and spadix have long tongues, adding to its distinctive appearance. This plant prefers cooler night temperatures, good drainage, and moderately moist soils, making it well-suited for woodland gardens. Its unusual form and adaptability to high-altitude conditions make it a fascinating addition to any plant collection.
Arisaema ehimense
Arisaema ehimense is a newly discovered species from Ehime Prefecture, Japan, with characteristics between A. serratum and A. tosaense. It features 4-foot tall stems with horseshoe-type leaflets and a 5-inch tall green pitcher with a dark club-like spadix, making it a unique addition to shade gardens.
Arisaema lobatum 'Silver Speckled Leaves'
Arisaema lobatum 'Silver Speckled Leaves' is a unique plant with a 3-lobed ruffled leaf edged in salmon color and a petiole with reptile-like patterning. Its bronze-colored spathe is striped in cream, and the spadix color varies from cream to speckled bronze. This plant requires a well-drained site and is a striking addition to shaded garden areas.
Arisaema consanguineum 'Long Drip Tip Form'
Arisaema consanguineum 'Long Drip Tip Form' is a special form of the Chinese cobra lily, featuring a radial leaf that ends in a long thread, or drip tip. The green pitchers also end in a long thread, adding a unique touch to this shade-loving perennial.
Arisaema ciliatum
Arisaema ciliatum is a plant from Sichuan and Yunnan Provinces in China, known for its narrow leaflets and glossy spathe hood. The flower is typically purple-brown to maroon, with a greenish spadix.
Arisaema concinnum
Arisaema concinnum, commonly known as the Himalayan Jack-in-the-pulpit, is a striking perennial plant. It features tall green stems that can reach up to 3 feet, each supporting a single leaf divided into multiple leaflets. The plant is notable for its unique dark purple-and-white striped flowers, which resemble a pitcher with an extended tip. Over time, it forms clumps through its stoloniferous growth habit, making it a captivating addition to shaded gardens.
Arisaema calcareum
Arisaema calcareum, discovered in 1983, is a plant native to the Jinshajiang River area in Yunnan Province, Southern China. It features glossy green tripartite leaves with a central silver pattern and a small purple flower that blooms in May. This plant thrives in light shade and is a unique addition to gardens with its distinctive foliage and flower.
Arisaema tashiroi
Arisaema tashiroi, one of the tallest Japanese cobra lilies, features a striking purple and green snake-skin patterned stem reaching up to 30 inches. At the top, it bears leaves and an erect pitcher with a green spathe that curls upwards. This plant is native to Japan and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it a unique addition to shaded gardens. Its unusual appearance and growth habit make it a fascinating plant for collectors.