Amorphophallus rivieri 'konjac' and Amorphophallus bulbifer are perhaps two of the more widely grown of the 'Voodoo Lilies'.
The odor, which in some species is quite noticeable for about a half day, is the basis for great storytelling and leaves no doubt as to why it is called Corpse Flower. $32.00
(aka: Amorphophallus, Hydrosme rivieri) This unusual, hardy, tuberous aroid has one giant divided leaf on top of a 4-5' tall, green and purple mottled, fleshy stalk (petiole).
Hardiness zone 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b.
In the garden, we recommend planting the amorphophallus tuber so that its top is 4-6" below the soil surface...slightly deeper in colder climates.
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When amorphophallus tubers get large, they tend to form a cup that holds water...bad in areas with cold winter rains. Get outdoors for some landscaping or spruce up your garden!
To prevent rot we recommend you dig your amorphophallus after it has gone dormant in late summer and turn it sideways so that water does not collect in the winter.
Amorphophallus konjac aka Konjac Voodoo Lily. Amorphophallus.
There are no species native to the new wold tropics.
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Amorphophallus titanum or titan arum. Amorphophallus konjac is a bulb that develops an interesting spotted or mottled stalk or trunk with one giant divided leaf at the top. The flowers are renowned for their odor, which attracts flies for shady sexual purposes. Some amorphophallus tubers can be stored dry while others must remain potted (see individual descriptions). After flowering, the plant may rest for months before the leaf emerges. It goes dormant every winter. When old enough, the tuber produces a fascinating 5' flower (early May, before the leaf emerges) resembling a giant vase made from the purple vinyl used for cheap '70s car seats.
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As we can attest, if you've ever eaten Amorphophallus konjac you can easily understand why it would make you lose weight. The flowers are renowned for their odor, which attracts flies for shady sexual purposes. We ship quarter-sized or larger tubers that are 3-4 years from flowering size. Most Amorphophallus species are found in lowland forests of Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Fast & Free shipping on many items!
The odor, which in some species is quite noticeable for about a half day, is the basis for great storytelling and leaves no doubt as to why it is called Corpse Flower.
Flower Color is Purple/Lavender and blooms in Spring.
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Grows in Part Sun to Light Shade.
Amorphophallus bulbifer; Amorphophallus paeoniifolius or 'Elephant Yam' Amorphophallus rivieri 'konjac' (see picture at right) are the most popular and easy grown species.
Amorphophallus are exotic plants in the aroid family, famous for their huge flowers whose odor leaves no doubt as to why they are also called Corpse Flower.Each amorphophallus tuber produces one inflorescence, some of which can get quite large...i.e., Amorphophallus titanum.
Old tubers die and regenerate each season, so keep the foliage healthy and growing.In places where they are not hardy perennials, amorphophallus can be brought in for the winter.