Cuckoo-pint (Arum Maculatum) is a perennial herb in the Araceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Arum maculatum is a perennial woodland plant known for its distinctive spathe and spadix flowers, spotted leaves, and bright red berries.

Cuckoo-pint

Cuckoo-pint

Arum Maculatum

Arum maculatum is a perennial woodland plant known for its distinctive spathe and spadix flowers, spotted leaves, and bright red berries.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cuckoo-pint

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araceae
Genus:Arum