Arisaema dracontium (Green dragon)

Other names: Dragon arum, Dragon root, Arum dracontium, Muricauda dracontium, Arum exsertum, Arisaema boscii, Arisaema plukenetii, American wake-robin, Devil's pulpit, Devil's tongue, Dragon plant, Dragon's tail, Foetid hellebore

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Where to grow

Soil type
  • Chalky
  • Loamy
  • Sandy
Soil drainage
  • Moisture-retentive
  • Boggy damp conditions
Soil pH
  • Acid
  • Neutral
Sunlight
  • Partial Shade
  • Full Shade
Aspect
  • East
  • West
  • South
  • North
Exposure
  • Sheltered

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Additional plant details

Cultivation

Grow in consistently moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in a cool, partially shaded site. Mulch in winter and protect from late frosts in spring.

Suggested uses

Beds and borders, Underplanting, Bog garden, Woodland, Waterside

UK hardiness

H4

USDA zones

Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Upright, Erect

Native to

Eastern North America, Mexico

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

Yes

Toxicity

All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested. The sap may irritate skin and eyes.

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