Dracunculus Vulgaris, Arum Lily

Dracunculus vulgaris is also known as the Dragon Arum, Voodoo lily, Snake Lily, Black Arum. It has a large solid dark purple spathe with a BLACK spandix. This lily has large-fan shaped leaves and a purple spotted stem, after blooming in late spring the flowers form green fruits which eventually turn orange. The whole plant is spectacular and very exotic looking. Plant it where you can enjoy the beauty without having to smell the blooms. The odor lasts generally a day or two. These are collector's favorites.