Ligularia dentata 'Othello' - Leopard Plant
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common Name: Toothed Ligularia
Scientific Name: Ligularia dentata 'Othello'
Foliage Color: Dark purple to black
Flower Color: Vivid golden yellow, in dense spikes
Mature Height: 0.90–1.20 m (3–4 ft)
Mature Width: 0.60–0.75 m (2–2.5 ft)
Habit: Upright, compact, forming an architectural silhouette
Bloom Period: July to September
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Water Needs: Regular, prefers cool, moist conditions
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 to 8
Drought Tolerance: Low, requires constant moisture
Melliferous Plant: Yes
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic, safe for children and pets
✂️ Care
Plant in partial to full shade in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water regularly and maintain constant moisture, especially during growth and flowering periods.
Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and encourage a compact silhouette. Spectacular for perennial beds, woodland gardens, and shaded borders.