Hosta 'Black Mamba'
 

This plant is a seedling selection of H. 'Elp 2' and it is a non-registered cultivar from Ron Livingston of Michigan. It grows to a medium size hosta about 17 inches in height with a spread of 38 inches. The slightly shiny, medium green foliage is wavy and has smooth texture. It bears medium purple, fragrant flowers in August on blackish purple scapes.

According to The Hostapedia by Mark Zilis (2009), "...descends from H. plantaginea and is notable for its combination of fragrant, purple flowers and blackish scapes."


   

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