Wandflower

Galax urceolata

Diapensiaceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Leaves in rosettes, cordate to nearly orbicular, to 5" across, crenate-toothed, glossy, and turning purple or bronze in autumn; petioles to 9" long. Flowers white, racemes scapose, to 2 1/2' long; flowering period late spring into early summer.

Source of plant

Plant Collections Consortium, KY , Boovees Nursery, We-Du Nurseries

USDA Hardiness Zone

6

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, notable texture