Plants in family aristolochiaceae
Asarum hexalobum 'Asteroid'
Asarum hexalobum 'Asteroid' is a shade-loving plant with silvery leaves and dark green streaks. It thrives in rich woodland soils and is ideal for dry shade areas. This plant's unique foliage adds a touch of elegance to shaded garden spaces.
Asarum campaniflorum
Asarum campaniflorum is a recently discovered wild ginger from Hubei Province, China. It features glossy evergreen foliage and creamy yellow flowers with a purple band. This plant grows well in shaded, bamboo-filled slopes and adds a unique touch to any garden.
Asarum nobilissimum 'Iron Butterfly'
Asarum nobilissimum 'Iron Butterfly' is a large evergreen groundcover with glossy green leaves that can grow up to 8 inches long. It forms a 3-foot wide patch over ten years and produces dark purple flowers with a white eye zone in April. This plant is easy to grow in woodland gardens and is known for its drought tolerance and deer resistance.
Asarum nobilissimum 'Crown Royal'
Asarum nobilissimum 'Crown Royal' is a groundcover plant with glossy green leaves and clusters of large, purple and yellow speckled flowers. It spreads slowly through rhizomes and blooms in late April. This plant is deer-resistant and thrives in shaded areas with well-drained soil.
Asarum porphyronotum var. atrovirens 'Irish Spring'
Asarum porphyronotum var. atrovirens 'Irish Spring' is an evergreen plant with glossy, deeply-impressed leaves. It spreads via stolons and features tan and olive speckled flowers.
Asarum fauriei var. takaoi 'Galaxy'
Asarum fauriei var. takaoi 'Galaxy' is an evergreen Asian ginger with medium green leaves adorned with large silver blotches. It forms a 1-foot wide patch over five years and produces small, hidden flowers. This plant is well-suited for woodland gardens.
Asarum caulescens 'Chinese Form'
Asarum caulescens 'Chinese Form' is an easy-to-grow Asian ginger with dark green leaves and rosy pink flowers. This deciduous plant spreads slowly through stoloniferous rhizomes and prefers shaded areas with well-draining soil.
Asarum ichangense 'Ichang Lemon'
Asarum ichangense 'Ichang Lemon' is a semi-evergreen wild ginger native to China, featuring small creamy yellow flowers in late winter. It forms a clump of green foliage and is easy to grow in light shade with average garden soils, making it a unique addition to shaded areas.
Asarum celsum
Asarum celsum is a rare evergreen plant from the Ryukyu Islands in Japan, featuring rounded green foliage with silver veining. This perennial is known for its small, triangular purple-brown flowers that appear in spring. Asarum celsum thrives in shaded areas and is tolerant of dry conditions, making it an excellent choice for shade gardens. Its unique foliage adds interest to garden beds, and it can be used as a ground cover in woodland settings. This plant is part of the Asarum genus, which is often referred to as wild ginger. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care once established, making it suitable for gardeners looking for an attractive yet easy-to-grow addition to their landscape.
Asarum delavayi
Asarum delavayi is an evergreen plant with giant, glossy leaves that can reach up to 10 inches long. It forms stoloniferous clumps and produces large, yellow and purple speckled flowers. This plant thrives in shaded environments and is a striking addition to any garden.
Asarum naniflorum 'Eco Decor'
Asarum naniflorum 'Eco Decor' is a federally endangered native ginger with half-dollar-sized dark green leaves featuring dramatic silver veining. This plant has a spreading habit and produces small, unusual yellow flowers beneath its foliage. It is a unique addition to gardens, especially in shaded areas.
Asarum kumageanum 'Frosted Jade'
Asarum kumageanum 'Frosted Jade' is a clump-forming plant with large, glossy evergreen leaves highlighted with silver. It produces dark purple, triangular flowers in mid-October. The name translates to 'bear's hair' in Japanese, reflecting its robust nature.
Asarum subglobosum 'Mariner'
Asarum subglobosum 'Mariner' is an evergreen clump-forming species from Kyushu, Japan, with 4-5 inch oval leaves that have a dark black-green matte finish and large silver blotches. It emits a sassafras scent when crushed and produces bizarre white flowers beneath the leaves in spring.
Asarum maximum 'Shell Shocked'
Asarum maximum 'Shell Shocked' is an evergreen plant with glossy, pewter leaves featuring a tortoise shell vein pattern. It forms an 18-inch tall clump and produces large black and white panda-patterned flowers in April. This plant is deer-resistant and thrives in shaded areas.
Asarum nobilissimum 'Super Shield'
Asarum nobilissimum 'Super Shield' is a perennial with striking silver-patterned foliage, forming a 10-inch tall patch. It produces large, yellow-speckled purple flowers in April and spreads slowly through stolons. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and is tolerant of dry conditions, making it ideal for shade gardens.
Asarum lutchuense
Asarum lutchuense is a vigorous clumping plant known for its large, glossy leaves that can reach up to 8 inches in length. In early spring, it produces greenish-brown flowers that add subtle interest to its lush foliage. This plant is well-suited for shaded areas and thrives in moist, well-drained soils. Its robust growth habit and attractive leaves make it a desirable choice for shade gardens and woodland settings.
Asarum megacalyx 'Green Sheen'
Asarum megacalyx 'Green Sheen' is an evergreen groundcover with glossy dark green foliage. It produces large, dark purple flowers in late February to early March and thrives in slightly moist, organic soils.