Rodgersia aesculifolia

Fingerleaf Rodgersia
Family: Saxifragaceae
Origin: China
Large shrub 5-10 ft

Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

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)

Link to this plant:

https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/rodgersia_aesculifolia.htm