Disporopsis aspersa

RHS Plant Profile
rough disporopsis
rough disporopsis RHS

Synonyms

Disporum aspersa

Herbaceous Perennial

A rhizomatous, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with arching stems to 30cm tall bearing oval to broadly lanceolate, glossy, pale to mid-green leaves. Lightly-scented, nodding, bell-shaped, whitish flowers often heavily speckled on the inside arise from the base of the upper leaves either singly or in pairs, and are followed by dark purplish berries

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asparagaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Disporopsis are evergreen rhizomatous perennials with arching stems bearing alternate, elliptic leaves and nodding bell-shaped flowers in the leaf axils
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
China (Guangxi, Hubei, Hunan, Sichuan, Yunnan)

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, soil in partial shade in a sheltered position

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free