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(Tricyrtis latifolia)
Toad Lily (Tricyrtis latifolia)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Tricyrtis latifolia, commonly known as Toad Lily, is a deciduous perennial herb native to shaded forest margins and moist, wooded areas in Japan. It typically grows to a height of 2 feet (0.6 meters) and a width of 3 feet (0.9 meters). The plant has a clumping form with arching stems and alternately arranged leaves. The flowers are star-shaped, with intricate purple spotting on a creamy yellow background, blooming in late summer to fall and are quite showy, attracting pollinators and gardeners alike.
Toad Lily is valued for its unique and exotic-looking flowers, which provide visual interest in shaded garden areas where few other plants bloom so prolifically. It is often used in border plantings, woodland gardens, and as an understory plant in shaded areas. Tricyrtis latifolia thrives in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter and prefers part shade to full shade conditions. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to slugs and snails, which may damage the foliage. Toad Lily is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, making it a well-behaved addition to the garden. It is not considered invasive and can be propagated by division in spring or fall.CC BY-SA 4.0
Toad Lily is valued for its unique and exotic-looking flowers, which provide visual interest in shaded garden areas where few other plants bloom so prolifically. It is often used in border plantings, woodland gardens, and as an understory plant in shaded areas. Tricyrtis latifolia thrives in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter and prefers part shade to full shade conditions. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to slugs and snails, which may damage the foliage. Toad Lily is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, making it a well-behaved addition to the garden. It is not considered invasive and can be propagated by division in spring or fall.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Shaded forest margins and moist, wooded areas in Japan
Other Names
Common Names: Gul Skugglilja
Scientific Names: , Tricyrtis latifolia, Tricyrtis latifolia var. makinoana, Tricyrtis bakeri, Tricyrtis latifolia var. nikkomontana, Tricyrtis macropoda f. glabrescens, Compsoa latifolia, Tricyrtis latifolia var. emaculata, Tricyrtis macropoda var. glabrescens, Tricyrtis makinoana,
GBIF Accepted Name: Tricyrtis latifolia Maxim.