Syneilesis palmata, commonly known as the palmate umbrella plant or shredded umbrella plant, is a spreading rhizomatous perennial herb native to the forest understories and mountain regions of Korea and Japan. It is deciduous and typically reaches 24 inches in foliage height, with inflorescences extending to about twice that height. The foliage emerges as a tightly packed cluster of scales that unfurl into deeply dissected leaves resembling a shredded umbrella, hence the common name. The plant produces small, white to pink flowers in late summer, which are not particularly showy but add a subtle charm to the garden.

The palmate umbrella plant is valued for its unique foliage texture and form, which provides visual interest in shade gardens. It is recommended for specimen and mass plantings in shaded areas and is known for its ease of maintenance. In cultivation, it prefers partial to full shade, consistently moist but well-drained soil, and is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8. While it does not have notable problems with diseases, it can be sensitive to overly dry conditions. This plant is not typically associated with aggressive roots or invasiveness.CC BY-SA 4.0