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Astilboides (Astilboides tabularis): Giant Lily-Pad Leaves and Creamy White Panicles

Astilboides tabularis bears large, rounded leaves resembling lily pads that seem to defy gravity. Leaves have ruffled edges, prominent veins, and a central concave depression at stem attachment. Mature leaves reach 3 feet wide, splaying outward like an enormous foliage bouquet. Small panicles of creamy white flowers appear on 5-foot-tall stems.

Care

  • Soil: Cool, moist, partial shade.

Propagation & Problems

Divide in spring as foliage emerges. Sow seed in autumn. Slugs on flower buds.

Quick Reference

Height3–6 ft.
Spread3–6 ft.
Growth HabitClumps
Growth PaceModerate
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
MoistureMedium to Wet
MaintenanceLow
FeaturesShowy flowers, showy foliage
Bloom TimeEarly Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer
Flower ColorWhite
UsesBeds, Borders, Container, Specimen Plant, Waterside
StyleWoodland Garden, Shade
TypePerennials

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