Also known as Skunk Cabbage · 12 gardener saves

Lysichiton: the varieties gardeners actually grow

Lysichiton, the genus most gardeners know as skunk cabbage. 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 4–9Shade friendly

The 1 most-saved Lysichiton varieties

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

Lysichiton questions

How many types of Lysichiton are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Lysichiton varieties. The most popular — ranked by 12 real gardener saves — are shown first above.

What zones does Lysichiton grow in?

Across its varieties, Lysichiton covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Lysichiton bloom?

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

Which Lysichiton 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 Lysichiton 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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