Suggested Native Replacements:
- Alumroot, American alumroot (Heuchera americana)
- Common wild ginger (Asarum canadense)
- Mayapple, Devil's apple (Podophyllum peltatum)
- Sessile trillium, Toadshade (Trillium sessile)
Common Name
Italian arum
Plant Form
Herbs
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Considered Invasive by the State of Virginia?
Yes
Threat Level
High
Additional Info
Notes: Popular for its winter display of leaves and striking orange-red summer fruit, was originally introduced to the U. S. as an ornamental plant. It is currently considered as a noxious weed in the Northwest and is reported as invasive in Northern Virginia, neighboring counties in Maryland, and Rock Creek National Park.
iNaturalist Research-grade Observations