Panda face ginger (Asarum maximum)

Panda face ginger

Panda face ginger features notably large, heart-shaped leaves with a lush, deep green texture and striking white veining. Its unique flowers are significant, appearing near the ground, colored a deep, velvet black, almost camouflaged by the dense foliage. Thriving in the shadowy, moist environments of woodlands, panda face ginger benefits from the damp, rich soil which supports its growth and the striking contrast of its blooms.

Scientific classification

Species

Panda face ginger (Asarum maximum)

Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies

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30 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

White, Black

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Panda face ginger

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Panda face ginger features heart-shaped leaves with striking patterns. Prune in early spring to maximize growth; remove dead foliage and leggy stems while avoiding heavy pruning. This timing aligns with the dormant phase, enhancing air circulation and minimizing disease risk for a thriving plant.

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