Symplocarpus renifolius
At a glance
- Lifecycle
- Perennial (hardy)
- Exposure
- Full sun
- Frost limit
- −34.4 °C
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in sun or shade in a deep moist to wet lime-free soil that is rich in organic matter. All parts of the pant, but especially the flowers, have a strong unpleasant aroma.
Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame. Stored seed can be sown in late winter or early spring. Stand the pot in 2cm of water to keep the compost wet. Germination should take place in the spring, prick out the seedlings into individual pots once they are large enough to handle and grow them on in wet soil in light shade in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out in late spring once they are large enough. Division with great care whilst the plant is dormant.
Edible uses
Young leaves - cooked.
Habitat
Wet places in N. Japan.
Native range
E. Asia - Japan.