Arum creticum, the Cretan arum, is a species in of flowering plant in the family Araceae.[1] [2] It is native to the Greek island of Crete (Kriti), the Eastern Aegean Islands, and southwestern Turkey. This semi-evergreen clump-forming tuberous perennial has large arrow-shaped leaves. Erect folded-back spathes of fragrant yellow or cream appear in spring, with longer narrow spadices of a darker yellow. The flowers are followed in autumn by clusters of red or orange fruit.[3] The plant reaches tall and broad.
Arum creticum is cultivated as an ornamental plant in temperate gardens. It is hardy but requires a sheltered position in sun or partial shade, with moist soil.
Caution should be exercised when handling it, as it is an irritant and toxic if ingested.[4]