David's barrenwort

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A deciduous perennial, to 30cm in height and 45cm spread, with bronze-tinted, toothed foliage in spring turning light green when mature. Yellow, long-spurred flowers, 2cm in width, open beneath russet-brown sepals which are carried on coral-red stems in spring

David's barrenwort

Scientific classification

Species
David's barrenwort (Epimedium davidi)
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
Deciduous
Foliage
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Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of David's barrenwort

Distribution map

Western China

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of David's barrenwort

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David's barrenwort care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Watering
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

Pruning

Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers

Propagation

Propagate by division in autumn or after flowering

Growing

Grow 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 susceptible to a virus

Pests

May be susceptible to vine weevils

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