Dwarf Voodoo Lily (Typhonium Blumei) is a perennial bulb in the Araceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Typhonium blumei is a tuberous geophyte native to South China, Indo-China, Nansei-shoto, and Taiwan, known for its deep green arrow-shaped leaves and velvety maroon inflorescence with a long brownish spadix.

Dwarf Voodoo Lily

Dwarf Voodoo Lily

Typhonium Blumei

Typhonium blumei is a tuberous geophyte native to South China, Indo-China, Nansei-shoto, and Taiwan, known for its deep green arrow-shaped leaves and velvety maroon inflorescence with a long brownish spadix.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dwarf Voodoo Lily

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

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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:Typhonium