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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light with partial shade during midday to prevent leaf scorching; tolerates low light during dormancy
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 5 cm of soil dries out; avoid overwatering to prevent tuber rot
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 18–25°C; protect from frost and temperatures below 10°C during dormancy
Characteristics
- Leaf: Single large, deeply divided compound leaf on thick, spotted stalk; resembles a small tree canopy
- Flower: Rare pungent spadix enclosed in a burgundy spathe; emits foul odor to attract pollinators
- Tuber: Large, starchy underground storage structure with rough, brown, textured skin
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active leaf growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Stop fertilizing once the leaf starts to yellow and dormancy begins
Eggshell powder top dressing：Sprinkle 1–2 tablespoons of finely crushed eggshell powder around the base of the plant every 2 months; avoid direct contact with the tuberPruning
- Trim yellowing or damaged leaf stalks at the base once they fully die back during dormancy
- Remove soft, rotting sections of the tuber during repotting to prevent spread of decay
- Cut back spent flower stalks immediately after blooming to conserve tuber energy
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed toxic; calcium oxalate crystals cause oral and gastrointestinal irritation
Humans: Raw tubers contain calcium oxalate crystals causing oral irritation; fully cooked tubers are non-toxic and edible
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Processed tuber used to make konjac jelly and shirataki noodles; ornamental foliage plant for large indoor spaces
