Arrowroot

Maranta arundinacea, Marantaceae

Zones

8a–11b

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CucumberCucumis sativus

Shade Provision

VanillaVanilla planifolia

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Giant TaroAlocasia macrorrhizos

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

MalangaXanthosoma sagittifolium

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Edible CannaCanna indica

Both rhizomatous plants compete for underground space and light, with canna's larger size often shading out arrowroot

Chinese PotatoPlectranthus rotundifolius

Arrowroot and Chinese potato compete for underground space and nutrients, with potential chemical interference

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Arrowroot grow in?

Arrowroot grows in USDA hardiness zones 8a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Arrowroot?

Good companions for Arrowroot include Cucumber, Vanilla, Giant Taro, Malanga.

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