batflower

Tacca leontopetaloides

The batflower (Tacca leontopetaloides) is an exotic flower from Asia and the South Pacific with an unique shape and color combination. It features long, purplish-black bracts that spread outward like wings with purple-white flowers in the center. The flowers have long, whisker-like filaments and dark, purple anthers, creating a striking appearance. Its long-lasting, sweet-smelling blooms can last up to four weeks, making them attractive to gardeners. The batflower is also known as the cat’s whiskers or the black bat, as its striking blooms resemble those of a bat in flight or a cat with outstretched whiskers. Delicate and dramatic, the batflower is an eye-catching addition to any garden.