Plant · GBIF taxon 2867316
Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Arisaema triphyllumJack-in-the-Pulpit is a woodland herb whose hooded spathe surrounds an upright flower spike. One or two stalked leaves are divided into three broad leaflets, allowing recognition even when the plant is not blooming.
woodland herbspring growthhooded flower
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Produces energy through photosynthesis and stores resources in an underground corm
Predators
- deer
- slugs
- insect herbivores
ThreatsForest clearing, invasive plants, deer browsing, trampling, and wild collection
HabitatsMoist deciduous woods, floodplains, shaded slopes, and rich forest soils
Life spanA long-lived perennial that can persist for many years from its corm
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderAlismatales
- FamilyAraceae
- GenusArisaema
- SpeciesArisaema triphyllum
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskHigh
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- Why interaction risk is high
- Calcium oxalate crystals can injure the mouth, eyes, and skin.
- Why it is dangerous
- Needle-like calcium oxalate crystals in plant tissues can cause intense irritation and swelling.
- How to recognize a risky encounter
- Verify the three broad leaflets and hooded spathe around an upright spadix before approaching closely.
- What to do
- Do not ingest any part, avoid sap contact, and wash exposed skin promptly with soap and water.
Responsible observation
- Identify: Find three-part leaves and a striped hood enclosing a central spike.
- Observe: Photograph without breaking stems or touching exposed sap.
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