Arisaema sikokianum Central America 500' elevation on Japan's remote

500' elevation on Japan's remote volcanic Hachijo Jima island

humus-rich soil grows the largest plants

Wine cups are great for the front of the border or cascading down a wall

blue-green foliage is topped all spring and summer with light pink flowers held just above the foliage

Arisaema sikokianum Central America 500' elevation on Japan's remoteArisaema sikokianum is considered the most stunningly beautiful member of the aroid family and, in particular, the genus Arisaema heck, make that the entire plant kingdom! From an underground tuber in early spring (early April in NC), the dark pitcher and two five lobed leaves emerge on a 1' tall fleshy petiole (stalk). As the pitcher opens, it reveals a swollen, pure white, protruding sex organ (spadix) which provides a dramatic contrast to the