Epstein's barrenwort
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A dense, low-growing, evergreen perennial with bristle-edged, elongated heart-shaped leaves, bronze when young, and loose sprays of up to 30 white and grey-purple flowers, on 25cm stems, in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- Epstein's barrenwort (Epimedium epsteinii)
- Genus
- Epimedium
- Family
- Berberidaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Epstein's barrenwort
Distribution map
Central China
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Epstein's barrenwort
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Epstein's barrenwort care guide
- Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed monthly during spring and early summer growth
Pruning
PruningCut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn or after flowering
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade; shelter from cold, dry winds
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be subject to a virus
Pests
May be attacked by vine weevil
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