Arisaema

Over 190 species of tuberous herbs, native mostly to the Old World. Many species are cultivated as ornamentals for their unusual spring blooms, their pleasing foliage, and showy fruits. Arisaemas prefer a moist, rich, well-drained, humusy soil. The fruits are eaten by birds including wild turkey and wood thrush. Shipped as dormant tubers, which should be planted with 2-3" of loose soil over them.