Disporum bodinieri, commonly known as Bodinier’s Fairy Bells, is a perennial herb native to the understory of temperate forests and thickets in central and western China. This species thrives in the dappled light of forest clearings and along stream banks, where it forms clumps reaching 1.5-2.5 feet (0.46-0.8 meters) in height and 1.5-2 feet (0.5-0.6 meters) in width. Bodinier’s Fairy Bells exhibit a graceful arching habit with lance-shaped leaves and bear pendulous, bell-shaped white flowers that are quite showy in the spring. The plant does not typically produce significant fruit or berries, but its foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.

Gardeners value Bodinier’s Fairy Bells for its elegant form and the delicate beauty of its flowers, which can enhance woodland gardens and shaded borders. It is also suitable for naturalizing in areas that mimic its native habitat. While it prefers part shade, it can tolerate full shade and requires medium amounts of water. The plant is best grown in humus-rich, well-draining loam or clay soils. It is generally low maintenance but may require division every few years to maintain vigor. There are no major disease or pest problems associated with this plant, although slugs and snails can sometimes be a nuisance.CC BY-SA 4.0