About
Ranzania japonica is a small, rhizomatous perennial from Japan in the barberry family (Berberidaceae) producing whorled, three-lobed leaves and nodding, pale-violet flowers in spring. A fascinating and ornamental botanical curiosity for a cool, moist, shaded woodland border.
About the genus
Ranzania are small, rhizomatous perennials from Japan in the barberry family, producing whorled, lobed leaves and nodding flowers. Grown as botanical curiosities in cool, shaded woodland positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.