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Peltandra virginica

Arrow Arum (Tuckahoe)

Peltandra virginica, Arrow arum, grows in still or slow moving waters of ponds, swamps, marshes, and banks of streams. The remarkable broad arrow headed leaves with wavy margins reach 2-4' tall in full sun to shade. Unassuming yet unique yellow flowers of Arrow arum  form a slender spadix inside a hooded spathe.  Deer & goose resistant.

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Color White
Detailed Description for Peltandra

Peltandra virginica, Arrow arum, grows in still or slow moving waters of ponds, swamps, marshes, and banks of streams. The remarkable broad arrow headed leaves with wavy margins reach 2-4' tall in full sun to shade. Unassuming yet unique yellow flowers of Arrow arum  form a slender spadix inside a hooded spathe. Truly a foliage accent with a tropical look. Deer & goose resistant.