Plants in genus remusatia
Remusatia vivipara
Remusatia vivipara, also known as the hitchhiker elephant ear, is a unique plant that typically grows as an epiphyte but can also be cultivated in soil. It features glossy green leaves and fragrant yellow flowers. The plant propagates through stolons with fuzzy hooked tubercles and has edible tubers when cooked. It is found in regions across Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Remusatia hookeriana
Remusatia hookeriana is a plant native to India and Sikkim, known for its fragrant yellow flowers that appear before the leaves in spring. The leaves are olive-green with dark purple blotches on the back, adding visual interest.
Remusatia pumila
Remusatia pumila, related to the elephant ear plant, forms a compact clump with leaves that start grey-black and turn green. It produces fragrant yellow flowers in early spring and can grow in humusy soils or as an epiphyte. This plant is notable for its unique reproductive method, producing mini-antlers. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is native to regions in China and India. Its striking leaf color and adaptability make it an interesting choice for shaded garden areas.
Remusatia pumila 'Mini Mask'
Remusatia pumila 'Mini Mask' is a unique plant with dark-faced leaves featuring muted silver veins and a dark purple blush on the back. This slowly spreading species forms a non-invasive mound up to 4 feet wide over five years. It produces spiky, fragrant yellow flowers in early summer and thrives in humus-rich soil, occasionally growing as an epiphyte. Its striking foliage and fragrant blooms make it a standout in any garden.
Remusatia vivipara 'Son La'
Remusatia vivipara 'Son La' is a unique plant with large olive green leaves featuring purple blotches. It produces bright yellow flowers in late spring and grows on rocky, shaded slopes. The plant has rigidly upright stolons with small tubercles and should be kept above freezing in winter.