Culture
Easily grown in average, consistently moist but well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.
Noteworthy Characteristics
Lindera triloba is a dioecious multi-stemmed deciduous shrub that is native to Japan. It typically grows to 6-10' (infrequently to 20') tall. Triangular-ovate medium green leaves (to 5" long) turn bright yellow in fall. Each leaf has three acute pointed lobes with a single vein running from the leaf base to the tip of each lobe. Small yellow flowers in clusters bloom in spring before the leaves emerge. Flowers are followed by green rounded fruits (each to 1/2" diameter) which mature in fall.
Genus name honors Johann Linder (1676-1723), a Swedish botanist and physician.
Specific epithet means with three leaves, lobes or leaflets.
Problems
No frequently occurring insect or disease problems.
Uses
Part shade locations in woodland gardens. Borders. Cottage gardens. Naturalize in meadows or open areas.