Black Bat Flower Seeds
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Product Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Tacca chantrieri
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Common Names: Black Bat Flower, Cat’s Whiskers, Devil Flower
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Flower Color: Deep purple-black, resembling bat wings
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Sunlight: Partial shade to full shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, rich, and moist soil
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging
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Germination Time: 4-6 weeks (can vary)
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Ideal Growing Zones: USDA zones 10-11 (or as a houseplant in cooler regions)
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Growth Height: Up to 36 inches (90 cm)
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Special Features: Exotic and rare, striking flowers with long whisker-like filaments
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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Upright, Clumping
Flavor Profile
Mild, Earthy
Plant Characteristics
Dark, Exotic Flowers
Use
Ornamental, Landscape
Growing Conditions
Warm, Humid
Harvest Advantages
Long-Lasting Blooms
Plant Resistance
Deer, Drought-Tolerant
About - Black Bat Flower Seeds
Tacca palmata
Seed Names
Black Bat Flower
Seed Type
Flower Seed
The Black Bat Flower is a unique ornamental plant known for its striking, bat-shaped flowers and long whiskers. It thrives in humid, tropical climates and can add a dramatic touch to your garden or landscape.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow or Indoor Seedling
Plant Spacing
18-24 Inches Apart
Days to Maturity
120-150 Days
Soil Preparation
Scarify for Better Germination
Hardiness Zones
9-11
Water Needs
Regular Watering
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1000 sq ft