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The spots reportedly disappear in summer – this photo from mid-May

Synonym(s) Ledebouria petiolata Common name African false hosta; little white soldiers Family hyacinthaceae Life cycle perennial (Z8-11) Flowers white Size 8-12" Light part shade Cultural notes well-drained soil, not too dry Dark green/maroon spots on lighter green leaves with a lax habit and a narrow pointed shape. Native to South Africa, and evergreen in freeze-free areas. White muscari-like flowers.

In our garden, this plant grows in the following area: foundation border

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