Family: Asteraceae

Scientific Name: Ligularia stenocephala The Rocket

Common Name: Ligularia The Rocket

DescriptionLong stalks of yellow flowers on dark stalks stand above the mound of light green leaves makes this an outstanding plant for the correct spot in the garden.
Pronunciation(lig-yew-LAYER-ee-a)(sten-o-SEPH-a-la)
Plant TypeAll Plants, Perennials Hardy
Hardiness Zonecold 4-9, heat 8-1
SunlightGrows best in shaded sites unless copious amounts of water are given during the hotter drier times of the growing season.
MoisturePrefers moist and will constantly wilt in dry conditions
Soil & Siteaverage to moist
Flowersyellow, racemes, 12-18 inches long, purple flower stalks (scapes).
Leaveslight green, triangular to heart shaped, coarse teeth
Dimensions4-6 feet tall spreading 2-3 feet
Propagationdivision
Native SiteThe species plant L.stenocephala is native to Northern China, Japan, & Taiwan.
Author's NotesIn my opinion it’s not even worth growing this plant unless you can give it cool, moist and shaded sites. Otherwise all they will do is wilt!!
Notes & Reference#04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage) , #40-Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills), #79-Perennials For Every Purpose (Larry Hodgson)
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