Also known as Bat Flower · 6 saves
Tacca
Tacca, the genus most gardeners know as bat flower. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Tacca varieties
Species of Tacca
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Tacca in Sow
Save the Tacca you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Tacca questions
How many types of Tacca are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Tacca varieties. The most popular — ranked by 6 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Tacca grow in?
Across its varieties, Tacca covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Tacca bloom?
Most Tacca varieties bloom in late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Tacca should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.