[1] A single stem, 1 m (3.3 ft) tall, bears a deciduous leaf with multiple radial leaflets.

The flower is a deep maroon hooded spathe striped green and white.

It appears in summer, and is followed by a cluster of brilliant red berries in autumn.

[2] It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for a permanently damp, sunny or partially shaded, sheltered spot, such as a woodland setting.

[2] It occurs in China, Taiwan, India, Myanmar, Bhutan, Nepal and Thailand.