Common Name(s): Cuckoo’s Pint Italian Arum Italian Lily Italian Lords and Ladies Orange Candle Flower Previously known as: Arisarum italicumItalian Arum is a herbaceous perennial and member of the Araceae family. It was originally planted as an ornamental groundcover. It is now considered invasive in some parts of the United States because it is difficult to control and spreads rapidly. All parts of this plant are poisonous to humans and wildlife. The plant can cause skin irritation and illness. North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox