Cretan arum

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A clump-forming, tuberous perennial with arrow-shaped, dark green leaves and sturdy, erect stems bearing fragrant, creamy-white to deep yellow spathes in spring. Spathes are followed by spikes of bright orange-red fruit.

Scientific classification

Species: Cretan arum (Arum creticum)
Genus: Arum
Family: Araceae

TOXIC if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Autumn · Winter · Summer
Season of interest: Partial shade · Full sun
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Distribution of Cretan arum

Distribution map

Crete to Southwestern Turkey

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Culture

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Toxicity

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

Quick identification of Cretan arum

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Cretan arum care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Partial shade · Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division

Growing

Plant tubers 10-15cm deep in autumn or spring in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. Leaves are larger in partial shade, flowering is better in sun. New leaves emerge in autumn. Will be evergreen in warm climates, deciduous in cold climates.

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