Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona' (Leopard Plant)

Large, clump-forming perennial grown as much for its foliage as for its flowers.  Leathery dark green leaves form a mound 3'-4' tall from which delicate golden daisy-like flowers emerge in early summer.  Plants reach a spread of 1.5'-2.5'.  Prefers part to full shade in moist soil.