Green arrow arum
Peltandra virginica
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
TX, LA, FL, GA and 5 more states
Pollinators
beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
An emergent wetland perennial with large, glossy, arrow-shaped leaves rising directly from thick rhizomes in shallow water or saturated soil. Produces an upright greenish-white spathe and spadix in late spring. Requires standing water or constant saturation and is best suited to a pond margin or rain garden feature.
In an HOA neighborhood
Green arrow arum is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: backyard only.
- requires standing water or a pond feature which may look unconventional in a manicured landscape
Wildlife value
Its flowers attract small beetles as pollinators, and waterfowl feed on the seeds and rhizomes.
Common questions
- How much sun does Green arrow arum need?
- Green arrow arum grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Green arrow arum bloom?
- Green arrow arum blooms in April, May, and June.
- Where is Green arrow arum native?
- Green arrow arum (Peltandra virginica) is native to TX, LA, FL, GA and 5 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Green arrow arum attract?
- Green arrow arum draws beetles.
- Is Green arrow arum HOA-friendly?
- Green arrow arum is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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