Fauria crista-galli

Also Known As

Deer Cabbage

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-8b

Fauria crista-galli plant details

Fauria crista-galli is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fauria crista-galli

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: menyanthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, native plant, rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fauria crista-galli

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pacific Northwest Native to wetland areas, this perennial ground cover has attractive glossy green heart shaped foliage and white star flowers with prominent golden stamens in clusters on stems topping the foliage. Plant in consistently moist soil in sun to part shade; lovely ground cover at the edge of a water feature. Rarely offered!