Leopard Plant

Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata'

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Overview

Farfugium japonicum 'Aureo-maculata', commonly known as Leopard Plant, is a shade-loving perennial valued for its ornamental foliage. With broad, leathery leaves marked by yellow spots, it reaches a mature size of about 2 feet in height and width. Prefers moist, well-drained soil and thrives in USDA zones 7-10. Leopard Plant's striking variegation adds visual interest to woodland gardens, borders, or as a unique container specimen.

Sun Deep Shade, Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 6–9Climate Temperate

Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — commonly known as Leopard Plant

Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — is a shade-loving perennial valued for its ornamental foliage

Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — leathery leaves marked by yellow spots

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — commonly known as Leopard Plant

Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — is a shade-loving perennial valued for its ornamental foliage

Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — leathery leaves marked by yellow spots

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