Plants in genus tricyrtis
Tricyrtis 'Imperial Banner'
Tricyrtis 'Imperial Banner' is a hybrid toad lily with glossy green leaves featuring white central variegation. It forms a clump about 2 feet tall and wide, producing light lavender flowers with dark purple spots in midsummer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas and adds a touch of elegance to any garden.
Tricyrtis hirta 'Golden Gleam'
Tricyrtis hirta 'Golden Gleam' is a dwarf plant reaching only 18 inches in height, featuring chartreuse golden foliage with large grey dots. In the fall, it produces dark purple and white-speckled flowers, making it an excellent choice for woodland rock gardens. Its unique foliage and flowers add a touch of elegance to shaded garden areas.
Tricyrtis 'Momoyama'
Tricyrtis 'Momoyama' is a unique perennial plant known for its mauvy-lavender flowers that bloom from mid-September through October. This plant, primarily derived from Tricyrtis hirta, grows in a 3-foot tall clump and features a heavily spotted purple stigma. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for cottage gardens and living walls. Originating from Japan, it attracts insects and birds, making it a lively addition to any garden. The plant is also adaptable to wet shade conditions, adding versatility to its growing environments.
Tricyrtis 'Moonlight Treasure'
Tricyrtis 'Moonlight Treasure' is a compact hybrid known for its thick, beautifully blotched leaves and large buttery-yellow flowers in late summer. This plant is a breeding breakthrough, combining the best traits of its parent species, Tricyrtis ohsumiensis and Tricyrtis nana.
Tricyrtis ohsumiensis
Tricyrtis ohsumiensis, a Japanese toad lily species, is a small, deciduous plant with wide, lightly speckled light green leaves. It produces large, bright-yellow flowers in early fall and is best planted where it won't be overshadowed by larger plants. Its unique appearance and shade tolerance make it a charming addition to woodland gardens.