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Tricyrtis formosana Stolonifera Group

toad lily Stolonifera Group

Stolonifera Group grows strongly to 90cm if in the right conditions. It spreads by networks of stolons and is useful for its late flowering time, in autumn. Flowers are white with deep purple spots, appearing in clusters on upright stems.

Synonyms
Tricyrtis formosana var. stolonifera
Tricyrtis stolonifera
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Size
Growing conditions
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Position
Aspect

Exposure
Botanical details
Family
Liliaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Tricyrtis are rhizomatous perennials, sometimes stoloniferous, with erect or arching stems with alternate, sometimes 2-ranked leaves and star-shaped or bell-shaped flowers that may be solitary or in terminal or axillary clusters

Name status

Accepted

Plant range
Taiwan

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in deep or partial shade. In cold areas, a sheltered position encourages flowers before the first frosts. May need a deep winter mulch in areas where prolonged cold is not accompanied by snow cover

Propagation

Propagate by seed in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe or in autumn. Propagate by division in early spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
Pruning

Remove faded flowerheads

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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