ARUM

Commonly known as Cuckoo pint

Genus of 26 species of mainly spring-flowering tuberous perennials. They are found in a range of partially shaded habitats in southern Europe, northern Africa and western Asia to the western Himalayas.

The leaves may be spear-, arrow- or heart-shaped and are often attractively marked. The outer spathes (modified leaves) enclose a thin spadix of tiny flowers which are sweetly or unpleasantly scented and are followed by spikes of orange or red berries.

The UK has two natives, A. maculatum, the common and well-known Lords-and-Ladies or Cuckoo-pint with wrinkled and spotted leaves and A. italicum, the Large cuckoo-pint whose natural habitat is confined to the south coast and Channel Islands. The latter has smooth, unspotted leaves and flowers later.

The starchy roots were used to stiffen the ruffs, so prevalent in the Elizabethan era.

 

Further Reading....
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Tuberous
    Tuberous perennial

Buy Varieties of ARUM

AWARD
ARUM italicum marmoratum

ARUM italicum marmoratum

Lords and Ladies

pale green or cream veined leaves on this tuberous perennial

Click to view more details >
 
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each 
Notify me when this plant is available to order
Available again from SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2024 - Despatch will take place anytime between early September through to late October as stock becomes available.

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

  • Engage With Us
  • Information, Help & Advice
  • About Us & Our Services
  • Terms & Conditions
    •
    Visit the Caerhays Castle website
    Order the 2024 Burncoose Catalogue
    Payment methods accepted
    watch us on you tube
    Visit Burncoose House - Holiday Accommodation