Dracunculus muscivorus
- Family :Araceae
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- Native to :Baléares, Corse, Sardaigne
- Native climate :méditéranéen (humid winters)
- Colour :Cream, Brown
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :half-shade
- Storage organ :tuber
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :40-70 cm
- Uses :Borders - In the ground - Containers or pot - Woodland
The genus
A close relative of Dracunculus and originates from Corsica, Sardinia and the Baleares. The appearance of the leopard skin spath with the hairy spadix is a most dramatic event. The rather unpleasant scent attracts flies which facilitate the pollinisation. For more information please see the interesing video on www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv2K8-SuHLk
Growing cycle
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Planting :July (sem. 4-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-3)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-2), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :April (sem. 4-4), May (sem. 1-4)