Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Yellow Wax-bells |
| Scientific Name | Kirengeshoma palmata |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | August (Aug - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Kirengeshoma-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Savill Gardens |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 15 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Yellow Wax Bells is a herbaceous perennial plant known for its distinctive bell-shaped yellow flowers and palmate leaves. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres and blooms in late summer to early autumn. The plant prefers shady woodland environments and moist, well-drained soils.
Distribution
Native to Japan and Korea, it is often found in mountainous regions and cultivated in gardens worldwide for its ornamental value.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not known to be consumed by humans.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known toxic effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - no known toxic effects on pets.
Active Compounds
None known.