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western skunk cabbage

western skunk cabbage

Lysichiton americanus

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high waterZone 7a – Zone 10b

A striking wetland perennial with large, paddle-shaped leaves and a distinctive yellow spathe surrounding a dark spadix that appears in early spring. It thrives in wet, marshy conditions and is native to the Pacific Northwest.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1.5–3β€² tall Γ— 1.5–3β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 7aZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Succession Role

early successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, British Columbia)

Native to: Oregon, Washington

Function & Care

wildlife benefiterosion control

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division