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Syneilesis palmata

Also Known As

  • Palmate Umbrella Plant
  • Shredded Umbrella Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-24"
  • W: 15"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Syneilesis palmata plant details

Syneilesis palmata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syneilesis palmata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syneilesis palmata

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hairy spears push skyward in spring opening slowly like perfect 'umbrellas' …A colony of mini palms…dynamic little sculptures for moist, semi shaded gardens. About 15" tall & politely stoloniferous; 3' summer flowering stems of mauvey, starry flowers – Surreal species that inspires plant lust!
The small, spoon-shaped leaves emerge bright yellow, while the older leaves fade to chartreuse green. The clumps are topped with spikes of light lavender flowers in early summer.
Blooms: summer-fall, unusual, white/ stunning textured, palmate foliage Zone 5-9. 24", China, Japan, part shade-shade, moist, well drained
Palmate leaves with jagged edges are an enticing combination with hosta and other woodland dwellers. Clumping perennial to 2 ft. tall.

Gardening facts about Syneilesis palmata plant

How to Grow Syneilesis palmata

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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