
Leopard plant (Farfugium japonicum)
Leopard plant, also known as Green leopard plant
Ligularia, commonly known as the leopard plant, features striking daisy-like yellow flowers and sizable deep-green leaves adorned with golden patches. Native to the damp meadows and stream banks of Eastern Asia, this plant thrives in shaded environments, offering impressive foliage and blooms. However, it is important to note that it is prone to damage from snails and slugs.
Key Facts About Leopard plant
Attributes of Leopard plant
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
60 cm
Spread
60 cm
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow
Scientific Classification of Leopard plant
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies
Family
Daisy
Genus
Farfugium
Species
Leopard plant