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Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum): Native Woodland Perennial with Hooded Flowers

Jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) is a tuberous perennial with one or two leaves divided into three leaflets. Best known for its spring to early summer display of hooded, green spathes often striped with purple. Autumn brings clusters of showy red berries.

Care

  • Soil: Moist but well-drained, rich in humus, neutral to acidic pH.
  • Plant tubers 2–10 inches deep in autumn or spring; prefer somewhat dry conditions during winter dormancy.
  • Mulch in winter.

Propagation & Problems

Remove offsets in autumn, allow to self-sow. Damage from slugs and vine weevils. Susceptible to rust, anthracnose, leaf blight, dasheen mosaic virus.

Quick Reference

Height1–3 ft.
LightPart Shade
MoistureMedium to Wet
FeaturesNative, self-seeds, showy fruit
Bloom TimeEarly Spring, Early Summer, Spring, Summer
Flower ColorGreen, Purple
UsesBeds, Borders
StyleWoodland Garden
TypePerennials

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