Tacca chantrieri (Bat Head Lily) - Video 1

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Botanical name: Tacca chantrieri

Common names: Bat Head Lily, Bat Flower, Devil Flower, Black Tacca

Family: Dioscoreaceae

Origin: Tropical regions of Southeast Asia and West Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftShadeRegular waterOrnamental foliageUnusual color
Tacca chantrieri
Curious, bat-like inflorescence both in shape and color, with wide spreading, wing-like bracts of rich maroon-black, accompanied by long trailing filaments or "whiskers".


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Tacca chantrieri, Bat Head Lily, Black Tacca

Bat Head Lily, Bat Flower, Devil Flower, Black Tacca. Curious, bat-like inflorescence both in shape and color, with wide spreading, wing-like bracts of rich maroon-black, accompanied by long trailing filaments or "whiskers".

Plants may be in bloom at the time of purchase. Because flowers can be delicate and may not travel well, blooms are removed before shipping. Plants are well established and, with proper care, will bloom again soon.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6-10"/1-3 gal pot, blooming size plant
In stock
$49.95