Overview
Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. is a clump forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Ligularia, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include sub-tropical and architectural.
About
Ligularia curvisquama is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ligularia genus, known for its large, often lobed foliage and yellow or orange daisy-like flower heads. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. It is suited to a range of soil types including clay, loam, and chalk, and tolerates acid, alkaline, and neutral pH, particularly in poorly-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil and is valued for its architectural presence in sub-tropical garden settings during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ligularia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Sub-tropical, Architectural
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz.
- Propagation
- Division in spring, after flowering
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz.?
Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. need?
Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and chalk. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained.
Is Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. hardy in the UK?
Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz. has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz.?
Division in spring, after flowering.
More in the Ligularia genus
- Ligularia calthifolia
- Ligularia dentata 'Little Golden Ray'
- Ligularia duciformis
- Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon's Breath'
- Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered'
- Ligularia sibirica var. racemosa