Maculatum | Arum

: Grows from an underground tuber or rhizome, which can be found as deep as 400mm below ground in mature specimens. Ecological & Biological Behavior

: The plant is "thermogenic," meaning it generates heat and emits a foul, dung-like odor to attract flies (specifically Psychoda phalaenoides ) for pollination. arum maculatum

Arum maculatum , commonly known as or Cuckoo Pint , is a woodland-dwelling perennial plant native to much of Europe, including the UK. It is widely recognized for its unique flowering structure and its extreme toxicity, containing needle-sharp calcium oxalate crystals that cause immediate pain and swelling if ingested. Key Identification Features : Grows from an underground tuber or rhizome,

: Thrives in moist, fertile soils, typically in deciduous woodlands, hedgerows, and shady garden corners. commonly known as or Cuckoo Pint