: Following the flower, the plant produces a spike of berries that transition from green to a striking bright orange-red by late summer.
: In Britain, the roasted and ground roots were historically used to produce "Portland Sago," a starch substitute, as heat can neutralize some toxins. arum maculatum
: The plant is "thermogenic," meaning it generates heat and emits a foul, dung-like odor to attract flies (specifically Psychoda phalaenoides ) for pollination. : Following the flower, the plant produces a