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(Tricyrtis lasiocarpa)
Amethyst Toad Lily (Tricyrtis lasiocarpa)
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Summary
Tricyrtis lasiocarpa, commonly known as Amethyst Toad Lily, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the high elevation, moist woodlands and forest margins of Taiwan. It typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), featuring arching stems and lance-shaped leaves. The Amethyst Toad Lily is particularly noted for its unique flowers, which bloom in late summer to fall. These flowers are intricately spotted and blend shades of blue, purple, and white, resembling orchids in their complexity and beauty.
The Amethyst Toad Lily is valued for its ornamental flowers and ability to thrive in shaded garden areas where other plants may struggle. It is often used in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and as an understory plant in larger landscapes. This plant prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and benefits from a layer of mulch to maintain soil moisture. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to slugs and snails, which find its foliage attractive. It is not known for being invasive and does not typically present problems with aggressive roots or diseases.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Amethyst Toad Lily is valued for its ornamental flowers and ability to thrive in shaded garden areas where other plants may struggle. It is often used in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and as an understory plant in larger landscapes. This plant prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and benefits from a layer of mulch to maintain soil moisture. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to slugs and snails, which find its foliage attractive. It is not known for being invasive and does not typically present problems with aggressive roots or diseases.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple, White
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
High elevation, moist woodlands and forest margins of Taiwan
Other Names
Common Names: Toad Lily
Scientific Names: , Tricyrtis lasiocarpa, Tricyrtis formosana var. amethystina, Tricyrtis formosana var. lasiocarpa, Tricyrtis ovatifolia, Tricyrtis formosana f. amethystina, Tricyrtis formosana var. ovatifolia, Tricyrtis formosana subsp. amethystina,
GBIF Accepted Name: Tricyrtis lasiocarpa Matsum.