Black Bat Flower (Tacca chantrieri)
Tacca chantrieri, the Black Bat Flower, is an exotic tropical perennial prized for its dramatic, dark-purple to black flowers resembling bats with long, trailing bracteol
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Sunlight
Bright, Indirect Light
Watering
Consistent Moisture
Soil
Rich, well-draining, humusy soil
Temperature
Warm Temperatures
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeding
Care Requirements
Bright, Indirect Light
Prefers dappled shade or bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun.
Consistent Moisture
Maintain evenly moist soil, avoid waterlogging.
Rich, well-draining, humusy soil
Warm Temperatures
Prefers consistently warm temperatures between 20-25°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Moderate Feeding
Feed monthly during growth with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.5-1.0 m
Spread
0.5-1.0 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Up to 30 cm long
Optimal Sunlight Lux
1500
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderDioscoreales
- familyDioscoreaceae
- genusTacca
- speciesTacca chantrieri
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
None