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Giant Leopard Plant

Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea'

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Overview

The Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium japonicum 'Gigantea') is a robust perennial boasting glossy, leathery leaves up to 15 inches across. This shade-loving specimen reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads 2 to 3 feet wide. Bright yellow daisy-like flowers emerge on tall stems in fall. Prefers moist, well-drained soil and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10. Ideal for adding bold texture to shaded areas and woodland settings.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 7–10Climate Temperate
Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — The Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium japonicum 'Gigantea') is a robust perennial boasting glossy
Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — leathery leaves up to 15 inches acrossGiant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — This shade-loving specimen reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads 2 to 3 feet wide

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — The Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium japonicum 'Gigantea') is a robust perennial boasting glossy
Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — leathery leaves up to 15 inches across
Giant Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Gigantea') — This shade-loving specimen reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads 2 to 3 feet wide

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