Family Saururaceae
Originating from Japan, Korea, southern China and Southeast Asia
A spectacular mat-forming foliage plant, rapidly spreading to form a covering of green, gold and red, ivy-like leaves, citrus scented when crushed.
Will grow in dry shade where it spreads slowly. White flower spikes in late spring. Can be grown as a pond marginal.
May become invasive in damp soil. Gorgeously garish.
Height and spread after 1 – 2 years 40cm x 50cm
Mature height and spread after 3 – 4 years 40cm x 1m
Potential spread indefinite
