Tacca integrifolia 'The White Bat Flower'

Tacca integrifolia, commonly known as the White Bat Flower, is a tropical understory plant grown for its unusual white bracts and long trailing whiskers. This species is grown primarily for foliage until mature enough to flower under stable warm conditions.

Care

• Light: Bright filtered light; avoid direct sun
• Water: Keep evenly moist during active growth; do not allow to dry out completely
• Temperature: Warm; protect from cold and temperature fluctuations
• Humidity: High humidity strongly recommended
• Media: Free-draining, moisture-retentive mix with good organic content
• Feeding: Light, regular feeding during warmer months

Key Characteristics

• Foliage: Large, soft green leaves with a tropical appearance
• Flower colour: White bracts with long filamentous whiskers
• Flowering: Mature plants only; flowering is not guaranteed
• Growth habit: Clumping from underground rhizomes
• Plant size: Medium to large when established