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Lysichiton camtschatcensis (Asian skunk cabbage)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 0.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 0.9m
max. height
Time to maturity 5-10 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Lysichiton camtschatcensis

Other names: Asian skunk cabbage


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Genus: Lysichiton

Species: L. camtschatcensis - L. camtschatcensis is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with large, ovate leaves. In early spring, it produces large, fragrant flowers consisting of a white spathe and green, inner spadix.

Lysichiton camtschatcensis is: Deciduous

Flower: White, Green in Spring

Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer

Fragrance: Flowers have a musky aroma. Although not overpowering, it will be stronger if there are several flowers.

Habit: Clump-forming

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Pests: Generally pest-free.

Diseases: Generally disease-free.

General care

Propagation methods: Offsets, Seed. REGISTER to read more...


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Lysichiton camtschatcensis (Asian skunk cabbage) will reach a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.5m after 5-10 years.


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Suggested uses: Bog garden, Low Maintenance, Waterside

Cultivation: This is a plant for the waterside or bog garden, so grow in permantly-moist, fertile, humus-rich soil. It is a robust plant, happy in full sun or partial shade.

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Soil types: Loamy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Boggy damp conditions, Pond/In water Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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