Green arrow arum
Peltandra virginica
Last reviewed: August 2026
Green arrow arum (Peltandra virginica) is a perennial forb native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states. It blooms in April, May, and June. The flowers draw beetles. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states
Pollinators
beetles
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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.
Growing Green arrow arum
Grow Green arrow arum in part sun and high water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
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 AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- 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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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