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Yellow Skunk Cabbage

Lysichiton americanus, Araceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

WatershieldBrasenia schreberi
Nutrient Accumulation
Greater SpearwortRanunculus lingua
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

White Arrow ArumPeltandra sagittifolia

Both large-leaved aroids compete for wetland space with potential allelopathic effects

Northern Water PlantainAlisma triviale

Skunk cabbage produces allelopathic compounds that can inhibit growth of other wetland plants like water plantain

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWetland RestorationEarly Nectar Source

Edible Parts

RootsLeaves

Medicinal Uses

Traditional MedicinePoultice

Common Questions

What zones does Yellow Skunk Cabbage grow in?

Yellow Skunk Cabbage grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Yellow Skunk Cabbage?

Good companions for Yellow Skunk Cabbage include Watershield, Greater Spearwort.

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