This rhizomatous perennial has a low rounded habit with large dark glossy green leaves that may be marked in yellow. The small pale yellow daisy-like flowers appear in clusters during spring and 'Aureo-maculata' is commonly grown for its foliage.

Hardiness zones 8 to 10

Ligularia kaempferiis naturally found in Japan growing in protected woodlands in well drained moist soils. It prefers a semi shaded to sunny protected position and is drought and frost tender.

Leopard Plant is grown for its flowers and foliage. It is planted in shaded rockeries or in the understory of garden beds for colour contrast. It is also used in containers establishing from division in one season. It is suitable for coastal or mountain regions for small or large gardens.ID 2042

Ligularia(lig-ew-LAH-ree-a)kaempferi(CAMP-fer-ee)

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)     
(Compositae)
Sunflower Family