Hosta Shiny Penny Ficus this light shade- and moisture-lover

this light shade- and moisture-lover forms rounded patterned leaves of velvety medium green

who all rave about it (some on general principle)

Strelitzia reginae might be the better known of these two with its banana like leaves and the flower (inflorescence) that often shows up as a florist cutflower

Asarum speciosum 'Woodlanders Select'

attach an 18-24" flower spike atop the clump

Hosta Shiny Penny Ficus this light shade- and moisture-loverThis unique and fast growing hybrid (Hosta 'Lemon Lime' x Hosta 'Shining Tot') makes a delightful little 18" wide clump. The thick, new foliage is bright golden, changing to light green as the leaves age, creating a neat contrast. The clumps are topped with 18" scapes of lavender flowers in mid July.