White Arrow Arum
Peltandra sagittifolia
Educational content — not medical, botanical, or professional advice. Plant identification, safety, and edibility depend on local conditions, cultivars, and correct identification. Consult a qualified botanist or forager before consuming or handling wild specimens. How we source & review →
Pl. 9361 — Peltandra sagittifolia
Peltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifoliaPeltandra sagittifolia
IOverview
Overview
White Arrow Arum (Peltandra sagittifolia) is a perennial forb found in the southeastern United States, native to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. This plant thrives in wet environments with light soil that can be sandy, medium, or clay-like. It requires full sun for optimal growth and is hardy in zones 6-9. Known for its edible roots and fruits, White Arrow Arum also serves as an ornamental addition to gardens due to its distinctive arrow-shaped leaves. Its adaptability makes it a valuable plant both for culinary use and landscape design.
Quick answers
What is White Arrow Arum?
White Arrow Arum (Peltandra sagittifolia) is a perennial forb found in the southeastern United States, native to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. This plant thrives in wet environments with light soil that can be sandy, medium, or clay-like.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
White Arrow Arum thrives in full sun and requires wet soil, making it suitable for areas with high moisture levels. It prefers light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. This perennial plant can grow up to 0.2 meters tall and is a forb/herb. For cultivation, ensure the soil remains consistently moist; it can tolerate various soil types but thrives best in light to clay soils. Propagate through root division or seed sowing for new plants. The edible parts include the fruit and roots.
Light
Full sun
Water
Wet, Water
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
6-9
Life cycle
Perennial
Habit
Forb/herb
Mature size
0.2 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow White Arrow Arum for the first time
8steps
Start with a simple setup to grow White Arrow Arum as an easy-to-care-for perennial.
- 1
What you'll need
A small pot, quality potting soil, and the White Arrow Arum plant.
- 2
Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or early fall before the first freeze.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Use a well-draining potting mix that can handle wet conditions. Ensure your container has drainage holes.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Transplant young plants directly into the prepared soil, spacing them about 30 cm apart.
- 5
First two weeks
Keep the soil consistently moist and place in a partially shaded area to avoid direct sunlight.
- 6
Ongoing care
Water regularly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Provide partial shade, especially during hot summer months.
- 7
Harvest or pruning
Prune dead leaves and stems in late winter to maintain a neat appearance and encourage new growth.
- 8
Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full sun, neglecting to prune, using poor drainage soil, and not providing enough shade.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:FruitRoot
Edible uses: The White Arrow Arum is edible and its fruit and roots can be consumed. The roots are typically dug up and prepared by boiling or roasting before eating. The fruits may be eaten raw but their exact preparation method isn't specified in the data provided.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
6 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
6 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 6 native
Asia1 region
native (1)Georgia
Broader regions
native:Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina
IXSpecimen gallery
1 image
Specimen gallery
1 imageXI
Explore further
Companion planting
Growing zone
XII
About this entry
- Last updated
- Citation
- How to cite this entry · Submit a correction
Back to the cataloguePlant id · 93612a06-0306-48f3-9b4f-7e9489cd7b6c
Decision aid
Choosing between White Arrow Arum and something else?
Continue reading
❦❦❦❦
Endpaper · archive updates
Get archive updates
Occasional email when substantial new content lands — plant profiles, seasonal growing notes, folk-remedy additions. Free, no tracking, unsubscribe anytime.