giant leopard plant indoor Farfugium Gigantea

giant leopard plant indoor Farfugium GiganteaFarfugium gigantea, commonly known as the Giant Leopard Plant or Tractor Seat Plant, is a bold herbaceous perennial prized for its dramatic foliage. Farfugium gigantea features massive, glossy, round dark green leaves that can reach up to 18 inches across, held upright on tall, sturdy stems, creating an eye catching tropical effect in the landscape. In late summer through fall, Giant Leopard Plant produces bright yellow, daisy like flowers on tall

Farfugium gigantea, commonly known as the Giant Leopard Plant or Tractor Seat Plant, is a bold herbaceous perennial prized for its dramatic foliage. Farfugium gigantea features massive, glossy, round dark green leaves that can reach up to 18 inches across, held upright on tall, sturdy stems, creating an eye-catching tropical effect in the landscape.

In late summer through fall, Giant Leopard Plant produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowers on tall stalks that rise above the foliage for added seasonal interest. Farfugium gigantea performs best in part shade with rich, moist, well-drained soil and appreciates consistent moisture. Once established, Farfugium gigantea is drought tolerant and makes an excellent statement plant for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers. Botanical name: Farfugium japonicum ‘Giganteum’

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Protect from winter winds.  Deep watering in hot summers will help prevent wilting.  Slugs and snails can cause significant foliage damage. 
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Garden, Woodland Gardens, Groundcover, and Containers. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Columbine, Hosta, Astilbe

IMAGE: Römert, Farfugium japonicum foliage, CC BY-SA 3.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.