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Tacca cristata
Tacca integrifolia, also known as the white batflower or the black lily, is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae.
DioscoreaceaePerennial
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About Tacca cristata
Tacca integrifolia, also known as the white batflower or the black lily, is a species of flowering plant in the family Dioscoreaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical rainforests in hilly regions of South Asia, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indochina, the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java and eastern China.: 389
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Growing & care
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| Native range | Malaya |
|---|---|
| Toxicity | Pets: Not documented · People: Not documented |
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