acuminate barrenwort
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An evergreen, clump forming perennial, to 30cm in height, with heart-shaped leaves, bronze-tinted at first in spring before turning dark green. Flowers are purple with pale-pink curved spurs and are carried in open sprays in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- acuminate barrenwort (Epimedium acuminatum)
- 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
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
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- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of acuminate barrenwort
Distribution map
W and Central China
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of acuminate barrenwort
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acuminate barrenwort care guide
- Mild constant soil dampness, endure brief shaded dry periods
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Mild constant soil dampness, endure brief shaded dry periods
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak organic perennial feed monthly spring early summer time
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. Can tolerate full sun and slightly drier soils
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be affected by a virus
Pests
Prone to vine weevils
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