Tricyrtis Manten no Hoshi Perennial Encyclopedia where we spotted it growing

where we spotted it growing underneath a giant Torreya nucifera at 560' elevation

but the young shoots can be cooked and eaten

Lycoris 'Stargazer' produces a vigorous clump of 28" tall

Beginning in late summer

This is typically a century plant that is only available in collector circles for prices well over $100 each

Tricyrtis Manten no Hoshi Perennial Encyclopedia where we spotted it growingTricyrtis 'Manten no Hoshi' (translated "sky full of stars") is a stunning Japanese toad lily hybrid involving Tricyrtis formosana. In late September, the terminal flower clusters are held atop 2' tall black stalks. Each flower has a white background, but is so densely spotted with large purple blotches that the overall appearance is purple. We really like Tricyrtis 'Manten no Hoshi' and think you will also.