Swamp hosta
Hosta longissima
Family: Asparagaceae
What it is like
A clump forming lily like plant. It grows 50 cm high and spreads 40-50 cm wide. The leaves are held tightly together or can arch over. The leaves are dark green. They are narrow and taper to a fine point. They can be 15 cm long.
There are 70 Hosta species. Also put in the family Hostaceae.
Where it is found
It suits hardiness zones 6-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Japan
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves, stem
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mizu giboshu