Ligularia sibirica

Siberian Leopard Plant

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Hardy herbaceous perennial with large arrow-shaped leaves and tall yellow flower spikes. Thrives in moist, shady locations near water.
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Plant Details

Common Name Siberian Leopard Plant
Family Asteraceae
Genus Ligularia
Species Sibirica
Origin Siberia, China, Japan
Blooming Summer, yellow daisy-like flowers on tall spikes
Leaf Color Green to Bronze-Purple (cultivar dependent)
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moisture-retentive soil with high organic matter. Clay loam preferred.

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Watering

High water demand. Soil must never dry out completely. Ideal for boggy areas or containers near water.

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Sunlight & Care

Partial shade in hot climates; full sun only if soil remains consistently wet.

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Fertilization

Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in spring during active growth.

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Pruning

Cut back dead foliage after frost in autumn; remove spent flowers to prevent excessive self-seeding.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug Snail

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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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 25
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 85%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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