Arisaema mayebarae (Jack-in-the-Pulpit) Zone 6 Notes: This orchid gets it's

Notes:  This orchid gets it's fun common name from the way the lower lip moves up and down in the wind

and keep moist while in active growth

crinkly fronds

Large succulent foliage with tall spikes of purple flowers

Arisaema mayebarae (Jack-in-the-Pulpit) Zone 6 Notes: This orchid gets it'sFamily: Araceae Zone: 5 8 Natural Range: Japan Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained Light: Part shade Height: 2' 3' tall Pest Resistance: Deer, Rabbit Bloom Time: April to June Attributes: Deciduous. Dark purple spathe, fan like foliage. Mottled pseudostem. Notes: Considered a variety of A. serratum with distinctively dark flowers. I have found this species to be a reliable grower even under some harsh PNW conditions. Not as common in the trade.