Colchian barrenwort
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A mat-forming rhizomatous perennial with leaves composed of 5 evergreen, oval, leaflets. Bright yellow flowers 15mm in width are carried in sprays well above the foliage
Scientific classification
- Species
- Colchian barrenwort (Epimedium pinnatum subsp. colchicum)
- 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 Colchian barrenwort
Distribution map
Turkey to Caucasus
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Colchian barrenwort
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Colchian barrenwort care guide
- Woodland damp soil preferred, extra irrigation during prolonged hot spells
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Woodland damp soil preferred, extra irrigation during prolonged hot spells
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak organic groundcover feed monthly spring until early autumn frost
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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