Lords and Ladies

Arum italicum 'Marmoratum'

Lords and Ladies - Arum italicum 'Marmoratum'

Common Name: Lords and Ladies
Genus: Arum
Species: italicum
Cultivar: 'Marmoratum'

It is thought that the Genus name refers to the adverse reaction if this plant is eaten.

Category: Bulbs, Corms, Tubers & Rhizomatous Plants

Height: 0.30 m (30 cm)
Spread: 0.15 m (15 cm)

Form: Tuberous perennial
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun or part shade
Soil: Well drained, nutritious soil.
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained

This tuberous perennial has long, tapering leaves that have prominent pale green veins. The leaves are only present during winter and spring. During summer this plant produces light green spathes, followed by poisonous clusters of bright orange berries.

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