Tacca integrifolia, the white bat flower, is a striking tropical plant prized for its dramatic blooms. Each flower features two prominent white bracts that resemble bat wings, surrounding a cluster of deep purple flowers with delicate, hair-like filaments that hang gracefully below. The foliage is equally impressive—large, glossy, deep green leaves that can reach several feet in length, creating a lush, exotic presence in any indoor garden.
Details
Botanical Name
Tacca integrifolia
Common Name
White Bat Flower
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
4 feet
Max Spread
24 inches
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White and Purple
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Spring to Early Fall
Moisture
Average to Evenly Moist
Sunlight
Bright Indirect
Maintenance
High
Deer Resistance
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