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| Botanical Name | Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' |
| Description | Often referred to as the "Crested Leopard Plant," 'Shishi Botan' is a conversation starter in the Houston metro area. Its foliage is deeply ruffled and stays evergreen in our climate. While it loves our high humidity, it is a thirsty plant that requires consistently moist, rich soil to prevent wilting. Because it prefers damp conditions, it can tolerate some of the heavier soils in our area, but it still requires oxygen at the roots—avoid planting in low spots with stagnant, standing water to prevent crown rot. |
| Exposure | Full Shade to Part Shade (Protect from all afternoon sun) |
| Height x Width | 12-18 in. Tall x 12-18 in. Wide |
| Water | High; requires regular, consistent watering. Prefers evenly moist soil. |
| Zones | 7 - 10 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, organic-rich fertilizer or compost top-dressing in early spring. |
| Pruning | Remove old or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy appearance. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' |
| Description | Often referred to as the "Crested Leopard Plant," 'Shishi Botan' is a conversation starter in the Houston metro area. Its foliage is deeply ruffled and stays evergreen in our climate. While it loves our high humidity, it is a thirsty plant that requires consistently moist, rich soil to prevent wilting. Because it prefers damp conditions, it can tolerate some of the heavier soils in our area, but it still requires oxygen at the roots—avoid planting in low spots with stagnant, standing water to prevent crown rot. |
| Exposure | Full Shade to Part Shade (Protect from all afternoon sun) |
| Height x Width | 12-18 in. Tall x 12-18 in. Wide |
| Water | High; requires regular, consistent watering. Prefers evenly moist soil. |
| Zones | 7 - 10 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, organic-rich fertilizer or compost top-dressing in early spring. |
| Pruning | Remove old or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy appearance. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
