Pinellia tripartita, commonly known as Green Dragon, is a deciduous perennial herb native to woodland margins and shaded areas in East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 0.5-1 feet. The plant features trifoliate leaves and an inflorescence consisting of a green spathe and spadix, which gives it a dragon-like appearance. The flowers, which are not particularly showy, appear in spring and early summer. The spathe partially encloses the spadix, which emits a distinctive odor to attract pollinators.

Green Dragon is valued for its unique foliage and architectural flower structure, making it a conversation piece in woodland gardens and shaded borders. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine. In cultivation, it prefers part shade to full shade and requires medium amounts of water. It thrives in a variety of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While generally low-maintenance, it can self-seed prolifically under optimal conditions, which may be considered invasive in some areas. Gardeners should be aware of its potential to spread and manage it accordingly.CC BY-SA 4.0