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Jack-In-The-Pulpit

Arisaema Triphyllum

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Overview

Arisaema triphyllum, known as Jack-in-the-pulpit, is a captivating woodland perennial, thriving in moist, rich soil with partial to full shade. It features a hooded spathe up to 5 inches tall, concealing a spadix. This plant, native to eastern North America, grows 1-2 feet high and spreads 1 foot. Notable for its striking spring bloom and bright red berries in autumn, it provides intriguing vertical accents in shaded gardens.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater HighZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — while the spadix within is said to be the "Jack."<br><br>For cultivation

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Araceae
Climate
Temperate

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Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — scientifically named Arisaema triphyllum; rich soil with partial to full shade, image 73
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — rich soil with partial to full shade; this intriguing bloom, which can reach a height of 1 to 2 feet, appears from
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — gold and multi-colored and purple flowers in the garden
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — The spathe\'s curious shape resembles a pulpit; well-drained soil rich in organic matter, image 78
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — perennial with gold and multi-colored and purple blooms; the spathe\'s curious shape resembles a pulpit, image 109
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — scientifically named Arisaema triphyllum
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — is an enchanting perennial woodland inhabitant valued for its unique flowering structure and its bold; a, image 96
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — a hooded spathe marked with distinctive stripes or solid colors ranging from green to deep purple; it, image 53
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — well-drained soil rich in organic matter; jack-in-the-pulpit requires moist, image 81
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — is a captivating woodland perennial; this plant, native to eastern North America, grows 1-2 feet high, image 45
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — a hooded spathe marked with distinctive stripes or solid colors ranging from green to deep purple; it, image 97
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — gold and multi-colored and purple flowers in the garden; notable for its striking spring bloom and, image 86
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — while the spadix within is said to be the "Jack."<br><br>For cultivation; perennial for deep shade or, image 57
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — this plant forms colonies through its corm-like tubers; it provides intriguing vertical accents in, image 83
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — It can adapt to various soil types but thrives best in a slightly acidic to neutral pH range; perennial with gold
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — Notable for its striking spring bloom and bright red berries in autumn; which encases a central spadix, image 115
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — it provides intriguing vertical accents in shaded gardens; this plant forms colonies through its, image 72
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — With minimal care and its tolerance for low light and moist conditions; gold and multi-colored and, image 85
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — The spathe\'s curious shape resembles a pulpit; well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — This intriguing bloom, which can reach a height of 1 to 2 feet, appears from late spring to early, image 55
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — With minimal care and its tolerance for low light and moist conditions; gold and multi-colored and, image 107
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — It can adapt to various soil types but thrives best in a slightly acidic to neutral pH range
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — It features a hooded spathe up to 5 inches tall, concealing a spadix; it bears clusters of brilliant red, image 91
Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) — is an enchanting perennial woodland inhabitant valued for its unique flowering structure and its bold; a, image 74
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