konjaku

How to Grow and Care for konjaku

konjaku · Amorphophallus konjac
Also known as: konnyaku; devil's tongue; snake palm; umbrella arum

Plant dormant tubers 10cm deep in late winter or early spring in a large container of loam-based potting compost. Grow in filtered light, water and feed while in active growth, and overwinter in warm, barely moist conditions

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeHarmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Planting and Growing konjaku

konjaku
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityHarmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Care Tips

Plant dormant tubers 10cm deep in late winter or early spring in a large container of loam-based potting compost. Grow in filtered light, water and feed while in active growth, and overwinter in warm, barely moist conditions

How to Water konjaku?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for konjaku?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for konjaku?

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What Soil Is Best for konjaku?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for konjaku?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize konjaku?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune konjaku?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate konjaku?

Separate offsets when dormant, or propagate by seed sown in heat in autumn or early spring

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How to Transplant konjaku?

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How to Care for konjaku in Winter?

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How to Plant konjaku?

Plant dormant tubers 10cm deep in late winter or early spring in a large container of loam-based potting compost. Grow in filtered light, water and feed while in active growth, and overwinter in warm, barely moist conditions

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How to Repot konjaku?

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How to Harvest konjaku?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of konjaku

Harmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

More General Info About konjaku

Attributes of konjaku

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse · Bulbs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
OriginIndonesia to Japan

Scientific Classification

Species
Amorphophallus konjac
Genus
Amorphophallus
Family
Araceae
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