Leopard Plant  

-Inherent characters-
Tha Japanese name is said to mean "the glossy("Tsuya")-leafed Fuki". "Tsuwa-Buki" is used as a season word for winter. Petioles are edible and cooked in the same way as "Fuki".
-Scientific name-
Farfugium japonicum
-Common name-
Leopard Plant
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names   Tuwabuki
Family   Compotiae
Origin   Japan(Kanto and westward)
Horticultural classification   Perennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan   All
What color is it?
Flower  

Leaf  
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
                 


What size is it?
Plant height   30-80cm
Flower diameter   4-6cm
Inflorescence diameter    
Inflorescence length