Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) Patrinia scabiosifolia
Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) (Patrinia scabiosifolia) is a deciduous perennial flowering plant in the Caprifoliaceae family, native to Japan, Korea, China, Mongolia and Siberia. It grows 90 cm–1.5 m (35 in–4.9 ft) tall and 30–60 cm (12–24 in) wide, wants full sun and moderate water, and is hardy to about -32 °C (-26 °F). Space plants about 40 cm (16 in) apart.
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Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) at a glance
| Type | Perennial flowering plant, deciduous |
|---|---|
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Mature height | 90 cm–1.5 m (35 in–4.9 ft) |
| Mature spread | 30–60 cm (12–24 in) |
| Spacing | 40 cm (16 in) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 5 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerance low, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Cold hardiness | About -32 °C (-26 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 4) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 33 °C (91 °F) |
| Flowering | from about July for 6–9 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones) |
| Wind tolerance | Low |
| Pollinator value | High |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Japan, Korea, China, Mongolia and Siberia |
| Common in gardens of | 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇰🇷 South Korea, 🇨🇳 China, 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇩🇪 Germany |
Is Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
No toxicity reported; the cut flowers have an unpleasant smell.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and moderate water.
Questions about Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia)
- How far apart should I plant Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia)?
- About 40 cm (16 in) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 30–60 cm (12–24 in).
- Does Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 5 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) need?
- Moderate water. Drought tolerance is low and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia)?
- It tolerates about -32 °C (-26 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 4.
- When does Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) flower?
- From about July for 6–9 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones).
- Is Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. No toxicity reported; the cut flowers have an unpleasant smell.
- What grows well with Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Ominaeshi (golden lace, Patrinia). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (moderate).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade B (B: extension service or peer-reviewed).
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder, Missouri Botanical Garden
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- Flora of China (eFloras), Missouri Botanical Garden & Harvard University Herbaria
Notes and assumptions
- Airy, branching sprays of tiny yellow flowers on tall stems from late summer, beloved of butterflies; one of the seven flowers of autumn (aki no nanakusa) in Japanese poetry.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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