| Common Name | Leopard plant, Golden-rayed ligularia |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Ligularia |
| Species | Dentata |
| Origin | China, Japan, Korea |
| Blooming | Tall spikes of yellow daisy-like flowers in mid-summer |
| Leaf Color | Dark green to bronze, sometimes purple undersides |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich, moist, well-drained soil with high organic content. Prefers wet feet but not waterlogged.
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season. High water demand.
Shade to partial shade. Direct sun scorches leaves and reduces vigor.
Apply compost or slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Cut back dead foliage after flowering or in late autumn. Divide clumps every 3-4 years.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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