Rodgersia aesculifolia

Rodgersia aesculifolia is native to moist woods and stream banks in China. This species has palmate, wrinkled leaves that extend to 2 feet wide. In midsummer, the 2-foot-long, upright flower spikes are made up of white or pink florets.

Best naturalized in part shade areas with consistent soil moisture.

Similar plants:

• Rodgersia podophylla, Astilbe podophylla (Rodger's bronze-leaf)