Also known as Zhi Mu · 0 gardener saves

Anemarrhena: the varieties gardeners actually grow

Anemarrhena, the genus most gardeners know as zhi mu. We track 1 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.

1 varietiesZones 6–9Mostly full sun

The 1 most-saved Anemarrhena varieties

Of 1 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.

Anemarrhena questions

How many types of Anemarrhena are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Anemarrhena varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardener saves — are shown first above.

What zones does Anemarrhena grow in?

Across its varieties, Anemarrhena covers USDA Zones 6–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Anemarrhena bloom?

Most Anemarrhena varieties bloom in late spring to summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Anemarrhena should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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Design with Anemarrhena in your own yard

Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.

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