Saruma henryi

Sizes available: 2 quart

Basics: zones 3-9 (5-9?), 18-24" x 18"-24", part to full shade, yellow blooms over soft, heart-shaped foliage in late spring/early summer, adaptable as to soil type, likes nutritious woodland soils that are moist but well-drained, drought tolerant once established

Common names: Upright Wild Ginger

Family: Aristolochiaceae

Origin/Distribution: central China

Habitat: found in woodland, valley, and streamside

More: The leaves display a soft, silvery sheen upon emergence and mature to green as the season progresses. The crushed leaves are fragrant and the foliage continues to look good in and out of flower. May self sow if happy, a hearty adaptable addition to the woodland garden. Fun fact: Saruma is an anagram of Asarum (the foliage is reminiscent of wild gingers such as our Asarum canadense.)

Nursery: Van Berkum

Image credits: Honey Petal Plants, potted plant from the nursery