Astilboides Tabularis

Description

Astilboides Tabularis is a herbaceous perennial that belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. It is commonly known as the Shield-leaf Rodgersia or Astilbe Rodgersia. It is native to China and Korea and is often grown for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

The Astilboides Tabularis plant has large, round, and flat leaves that can grow up to 2ft wide. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a texture that is similar to a shield. The plant produces tall flower spikes that can grow up to 5ft tall. The flowers are white and have a feathery appearance, which makes them look like Astilbe flowers. The plant blooms in late spring and early summer.

Care Guide

Astilboides Tabularis requires moist and well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It prefers partial to full shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. Here are some tips for taking care of Astilboides Tabularis:

• Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant deeply once or twice a week.
• Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a slow-release fertilizer in the spring.
• Soil: Use well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Sunlight: The plant prefers partial to full shade.
• Hardiness Zones: Astilboides Tabularis is hardy in zones 4-8.

Common Pests & Diseases

Astilboides Tabularis is resistant to most pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by slugs, snails, and powdery mildew. Here are some tips for preventing and treating pests and diseases:

• Slugs and Snails: Use slug and snail bait or copper tape to prevent slugs and snails from eating the leaves.
• Powdery Mildew: Spray the plant with a fungicide to prevent powdery mildew.

Habitat

Astilboides Tabularis is native to China and Korea and grows in moist areas such as streambanks and woodland edges. It is often grown in shady gardens for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Question and Answer

• Q: Can Astilboides Tabularis grow in full sun?
• A: Astilboides Tabularis prefers partial to full shade and can be grown in full shade.
• Q: How often should I water Astilboides Tabularis?
• A: Water the plant deeply once or twice a week.
• Q: Is Astilboides Tabularis resistant to pests and diseases?
• A: Astilboides Tabularis is resistant to most pests and diseases, but it can be affected by slugs, snails, and powdery mildew.
• Q: What is the hardiness zone for Astilboides Tabularis?
• A: Astilboides Tabularis is hardy in zones 4-8.

Related Plants

• Astilbe Chinensis
• Astilbe Arendsii
• Astilbe Japonica
• Rodgersia Pinnata

References

• Dirr, M. A. (2019). Dirr’s Encyclopedia of Trees and Shrubs. Timber Press.
• Stearn, W. (2019). Stearn’s Dictionary of Plant Names for Gardeners: A Handbook on the Origin and Meaning of the Botanical Names of Some Cultivated Plants. Timber Press.
• RHS. (n.d.). Astilboides tabularis. Retrieved from https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/78425/Astilboides-tabularis/Details