Description
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (also called African Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, shady forests. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a large, tuberous rhizome and a single, large, erect leaf. The inflorescence is a large, white, spathe-like bract with a yellow spadix.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is propagated by division of the rhizome in spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.