Plants in genus syneilesis
Syneilesis palmata
Syneilesis palmata, commonly known as the palmate umbrella plant, is native to Korea and Japan. It is recognized for its unique foliage that resembles a miniature umbrella, with leaves that are less shredded than its relative, S. aconitifolia. The plant grows to about 24 inches tall and is suitable for shade gardens, thriving in USDA zones 5 through 8. It flowers in late summer and is ideal for difficult woodland conditions, slowly spreading through rhizomes.
Syneilesis aconitifolia
Syneilesis aconitifolia is a woodland plant native to the dry hillsides of China, Japan, and Korea. It features unique white wooly leaves that emerge in early spring and flatten atop 18-inch stems by mid-spring. The plant spreads slowly through rhizomes, forming a colony, and is primarily valued for its striking foliage rather than its insignificant flowers.
Syneilesis palmata 'Kikko'
Syneilesis palmata 'Kikko' is a unique plant with fuzzball-like foliage and shredded umbrella-like leaves. It grows to 18 inches tall and features creamy-yellow veins and tall thin spikes of tiny grey flowers. This drought-tolerant plant is a fascinating addition to gardens, offering a distinctive appearance and texture.