Montrichardia arborescens, Arum arborescens

A tropical plant with a maximum height of 9', growing along the banks of rivers, creeks and in swamps; they grow in salt -, brackish - and fresh water.

The stem sometimes has prickles and is somewhat swollen at the base.

The leaves are arrow-shaped, up to 2.5 feet long and the food of choice for manatees.

The fruiting spadix of Montrichardia arborescens is edible; the seeds can be cooked or toasted.

Similar plants:

• Arisaema tortuosum, Arum tortuosum (Whipcord Cobra Lily, Jack in the pulpit)
• Arum palaestinum, Arum sanctum, Calla sancta (Black Calla Lily)
• Sauromatum venosum, Typhonium venosum, Arum venosum (Voodoo Lily)
• Xanthosoma sagittifolium, Xanthosoma violaceum, Xanthosoma atrovirens, Arum nigrum, Xanthosoma nigrum (Tannia, Malanga Blanca, Yautia, Cocoyam, Eddo, Coco, Sato-imo, Japanese Potatoes)