{"product_id":"slangelilje-dracunculus-vulgaris-planter","title":"Dragon Lily (Dracunculus vulgaris) | plants","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eVERY RARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragerod, slangelilje, dragearum \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon arum, voodoo lily, stink lily\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e is a spectacular and exotic tuberous plant from the Mediterranean region, particularly Southern Europe and Turkey. It belongs to the aroid family (Araceae) – the same family as \u003cem data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e – and is known for its dramatic flowering and unique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eThis plant is an obvious choice for collectors and garden owners who want an unusual and eye-catching ornamental plant with a tropical touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eAppearance and flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e produces an impressive inflorescence consisting of a dark purple to almost black spathe, which surrounds a long, dark spadix. The flower can be up to 40–50 cm long and emits a strong, short-lived scent of carrion to attract pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eAfter flowering, the characteristic, deeply lobed leaves develop on a mottled stem with a snake-like pattern – hence the name dragon lily. The plant can reach a height of 80–150 cm under good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eDifference from Amorphophallus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eAlthough \u003cem data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e resembles \u003cem data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e in its floral structure, it is generally more hardy in European climates. It can overwinter in the ground in mild areas and does not require quite as tropical conditions as many \u003cem data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in partial shade to full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates light frost, especially in well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, humus-rich, and preferably slightly calcareous soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate watering during the growing season – avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can overwinter in the ground in mild climates. In cold areas, lifting and dry storage at 5–10 °C is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eUse in the garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for exotic gardens, woodland beds, and larger pots. It creates a dramatic and almost Jurassic appearance and serves as a strong focal point in the spring and early summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eDracunculus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and fascinating tuberous plant for those who want something truly special in their garden – a dramatic bloom, exotic look, and robust growth all in one plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54701612499212,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Dracunulusvulgaris_blomst_2ece81ce-cf1e-46d9-984d-7708b6242c32.jpg?v=1772542760","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/slangelilje-dracunculus-vulgaris-planter","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}