Tricyrtis hirta

Tricyrtis hirta, the toad lily or hairy toad lily, is a Japanese species of hardy herbaceous perennial plant in the lily family Liliaceae. It is found growing on shaded rocky cliffs and stream banks in central and southern Japan. Leaves are large and wide, clasping around the stem. Grow toad lilies in part to full shade and moist soil rich in organic matter. This plant tolerates sun in cool climates as long as it is kept moist. With insufficient moisture leaves will become spotted and brown along the edges and plants may go dormant prematurely and not bloom in drought conditions. Toad lily blooms in early autumn along arching stems to 2 or 3 feet tall. Plants grow to 2 feet wide. They make subtle but exotic specimens for woodland borders and shady house plantings.

Scientific name: Tricyrtis hirta

Family: Liliaceae