Skip to main content

Yellow Arum (Zantedeschia elliottiana)

Zantedeschia elliottiana, commonly known as Yellow Arum, is a rhizomatous perennial producing large, arrow-shaped leaves and striking yellow spathes in summer.

Above information is sourced from Wikipedia

Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season.

Soil

Requires well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of potting soil, compost, and perlite or sand is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is 18-24°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun and deep shade.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season.

Reduce watering during dormancy.

Soil

Requires well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of potting soil, compost, and perlite or sand is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is 18-24°C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Discontinue feeding in autumn.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes, in winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Arrow-shaped

Flower Size

10-15 cm

Image Gallery

Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAlismatales
  • familyAraceae
  • genusZantedeschia
  • speciesZantedeschia elliottiana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

FAQs