Lindera (Lindera triloba)

Lindera

Features and Characteristics

Lindera triloba is a dioecious multi-stemmed deciduous shrub that is native to Japan. It typically grows to 6-10′ (infrequently to 20′) tall. Triangular-ovate medium green leaves (to 5″ long) turn bright yellow in fall. Each leaf has three acute pointed lobes with a single vein running from the leaf base to the tip of each lobe. Small yellow flowers in clusters bloom in spring before the leaves emerge. Flowers are followed by green rounded fruits (each to 1/2″ diameter) which mature in fall.

Genus name honors Johann Linder (1676-172- , a Swedish botanist and physician.

Specific epithet means with three leaves, lobes or leaflets.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, consistently moist but well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.

Lindera (Lindera triloba) Requirements

Hardiness zone	7 - 9
Sun light	Full sun to part shade
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No frequently occurring insect or disease problems.

Uses

Part shade locations in woodland gardens. Borders. Cottage gardens. Naturalize in meadows or open areas.

Lindera (Lindera triloba) Details

Common name	Lindera
Botanical name	Lindera triloba
Plant type	Deciduous shrub
Family	Lauraceae
Hardiness zone	7 - 9
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	Yellow
Flowering period	March - April
Height	6 - 10 ft.
Width	6 - 10 ft.