The arum brings color into the shade bed with its flowers. However, due to its high toxicity, the plant is not popular with everyone. Look out for plants that resemble the arum so you don't confuse them with the poisonous plant
Which plants are similar to the arum?
There are several plants that resemble the arum. The leaves of the poisonous plant are similar to those of the edible Good Henry. Wild garlic and lily of the valley grow in the same locations as the arum.
Which non-poisonous plants are similar to the arum?
The arum is particularly similar tothe wild plant Good Heinrich The leaves of Good Heinrich hardly differ from those of the poisonous plant in size, shape and color. The arum can only be recognized by its smooth and shiny surface. There is also a risk of confusion with wild garlic. Both plants prefer the same location. As the leaves emerge in spring, it is difficult to distinguish between plants. In contrast to the arum, both wild plants can be eaten.
Which insect-friendly plants are similar to the arum?
The arum can easilybe confused with lily of the valley. When the fresh leaves emerge, they look very similar. Since arum and lily of the valley prefer the same location in the shade, it is not easy to tell the difference in early spring. But autumn crocuses also develop similar leaf shapes. However, since they sprout from August onwards, the risk of confusion is low. Lily of the valley and autumn crocus are poisonous plants.
Tip
Identify Arum
Since the arum is very poisonous, you should be very careful when collecting wild herbs. It's best to take part in a herbal hike in your area beforehand. You will usually also get to know the exact locations of the wild herbs in your area.
