How to grow White Bat Flower

Tacca integrifolia

Full Shade
High

This plant will do good in the same conditions as orchids and even likes misting just like orchids do. Humidity and strong airflow and moderate light and temperature are some of the conditions they need. The flowers will not do good for display except on the plant. Not suitable for cut flowers as it wilts fast. Left in the plant the flowers will last longer.¹

Transplanting White Bat Flower

This plant appreciates division of the rhizome regularly so that they are not root bound. Re-pot in the spring. They are also heavy feeders and appreciate fertilizer by-weekly during the growing season with a diluted liquid fertilizer or orchid fertilizer. They will also appreciate the use of a controlled release fertilizer.¹

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as White Bat Flower is a tender plant.

How long does White Bat Flower take to grow?

These estimates for how long White Bat Flower takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take White Bat Flower to germinate?: 30 days
Average 30 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out White Bat Flower?: + 90 days
Average 90 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until White Bat Flower is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 730 days
Average 730 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow White Bat Flower?: = 850 days

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Footnotes

¹ houseplants.about.com