Jack In The Pulpit

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Jack In The Pulpit

Arisaema triphyllum

Common Name(s)

Jack In The Pulpit

Family

Araceae

Genus

Arisaema

Full Scientific Name

Arisaema triphyllum

Author

(Linnaeus) Schott

Native Range

Introduced Range

Additional Details

Characteristics

Growth Form: Wildflower

Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous

Temperature Zone: 2

Light Requirements: Deciduous Shade (Spring Sun)

Soil Texture: Humus Enriched

Moisture Requirements: Normal, Moist, Wet

Drought Tolerant: No

Compaction Tolerant: No

Salt Tolerant: No

Juglone (Walnut) Tolerant: Yes

Habitat Considerations

Ecozone(s): Boreal Shield, Atlantic Maritime, Mixedwood Plains

Natural Habitat(s): Forest, Woodland, Swamp/Marsh

Human Habitat(s): Woodland

Design Considerations

Minimum Height: 30 cm

Maximum Height: 90 cm

Bloom Time: Apr - Jun

Flower Colour(s): Purple|Green/Brown

Showy Flowers: Yes

Showy Fruit/Seeds: Yes

Fruit/Seed Colour(s): Red|Orange

Erosion Control:

Fragrant Flowers: No

Fragrant Foliage: No

Fall Colour(s): No

Bark: No

Poisonous to Humans: Yes

Thorns or Prickles: No

Attracts Wildlife: Birds

Invasive Species: No

Conservation Status

Plant Watch Species: No

NatureServe Level:

IUCN Red Alert Status:

Interesting Tidbits

Interesting Tidbits: POISONOUS PARTS: All parts. Symptoms include swelling of lips, tongue, and throat. Toxic Principle: Calcium oxalate crystals.(Poisonous Plants of N.C. State) Because of needle-like calcium oxalate crystals in the underground tuber, it is peppery to the taste and causes a strong burning reaction if eaten raw. This unpleasant property can be eliminated by cooking. American Aboriginals gathered the fleshy taproots (corms) as a vegetable. (Niering) Garden Info: The central column of the flower, or spadix, is surrounded by a green (though in some varieties purple and white, or green and brown hooded sheath or spathe. It needs moist, rich soil, and prefers slightly acid conditions. (Johnson, L., The new Ontario Naturalized Garden, 1999) The leaves of this plant are lush and large, and can be confused at first glance with Trillium. In the fall, the plant produces bright orange red berries. (Evergreen)

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