Tacca integrifolia, also known as the white batflower or the black lily, is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical rainforests in hilly regions of South Asia, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indochina, the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java and eastern China.
White batflower is fairly disease-resistant and generally does not suffer from many illnesses. Nevertheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections are usually mild. In terms of care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a good appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also encourage flowering. White batflower is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when kept indoors.
How to keep Tacca Cristata.
Light
The white batflower thrives in surroundings that offer strong, but not overly intense sunlight. The place where it originates has abundant sunshine, albeit with sporadic shaded locations. Excessively fierce or extremely weak sunlight can compromise its wellbeing. Even though it has resistance towards aggressive sunlight, a balanced amount of light is paramount for its best development.
Temperature
The White batflower is naturally adapted to a temperature spectrum of 68 to 100 °F (20 to 38 ℃). Tuning the conditions to keep within this temperature range can be advantageous, especially across different seasons. Temperatures lower than this could potentially impact growth.
Fertilizer
The health and appearance of the White batflower greatly depend on appropriate fertilization. Over the course of summer, the White batflower should be fertilized monthly. These nutrients stimulate growth and sustain various parts of the plant. The flower display of a White batflower is amplified through fertilization, assuring outstanding bloom quality.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Tacca
- Family
- Dioscoreaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-11
- Mature Height
- 0.61 m to 1.22 m
- Mature Spread
- 1.52 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Blue
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White, Purple, Green, Brown
- Flower Size
- 15.24 cm to 30.48 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Fall, Early winter
- Native Area
- Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Bhutan, Singapore, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Laos, Thailand, China
