Persian epimedium
Also known as: large-flowered barrenwort
A slow-spreading, evergreen, rhizomatous perennial with leathery, spiny-edged leaves on fine, wiry stems. Upright spikes of bright yellow flowers are produced in late spring and early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Persian epimedium (Epimedium pinnatum)
- 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
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Persian epimedium
Distribution map
Iran
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Persian epimedium
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Persian epimedium care guide
- Even mild soil moisture, protect root area from extreme dry conditions
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Even mild soil moisture, protect root area from extreme dry conditions
Fertilizing
FertilizingMild perennial flower feed monthly spring through late 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
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be affected by a virus
Pests
Prone to vine weevils
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