Rodgersia podophylla

Physical Characteristics

Rodgersia podophylla is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.3 m (4ft 3in) by 2 m (6ft). It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist or wet soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Ground Cover; Bog Garden;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves[105, 177]. No more details are given.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known