Black Bat Flower (Tacca Chantrieri) is a perennial herb in the Dioscoreaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Tacca chantrieri is a tropical herbaceous perennial known for its unique black bat-shaped flowers and long whisker-like bracts.
Black Bat Flower
Tacca Chantrieri
Tacca chantrieri is a tropical herbaceous perennial known for its unique black bat-shaped flowers and long whisker-like bracts.
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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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