Amorphophallus thaiensis Spain From late spring through midsummer

From late spring through midsummer

or if it has become unsightly

smothering other smaller hostas if they aren't planted on adequate spacing

before disappearing in the heat of summer

Amorphophallus thaiensis Spain From late spring through midsummerFrom high elevations in Thailand comes the little known species, Amorphophallus thaiensis. The 18" tall petiole, which ranges in color from speckled olive brown to rusty red, is topped with a single leaf. This unusual fall flowering species is complemented in September with a 10" tall stalk topped with a greenish pink spathe. If you dare to peek inside, you'll find a short but well formed little stiffie (spadix) pink at the tip and white at the base.