Rounded, overlapping leaves display varying degrees of cream edging.

Polished dark green narrow leaves are tapering and overlapping. A solid green selection.

Variegated Rohdeas are always rare treasures, and they become even more rarefied when they are dwarf as well, as is this uncommon introduction from Japan, land of the rare plant. The name means "flock of sparrows," and the densely overlapping leaves do suggest birds in flight. The white streaks along the rim of the slender tapered leaves could be the markings on the wing. In any case, reserve a choice location in the shade garden for this groundcover 4-6 inches high.

A white band rides the crest of each broad leaf. The leaves overlap somewhat and create a frothy mound of green and white.

Broad upright leaves are variably splashed and splotched with creamy feathering.