Epimedium pauciflorum, commonly known as Few-Flowered Barrenwort, is a semi-deciduous perennial herb native to the forest floors and rocky areas of South-Central China. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-0.7 feet (0.2-0.2 meters) and spreads 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters). This plant features heart-shaped leaves and delicate, nodding flowers that are pink and white, blooming in early to mid-spring. The flowers are small but quite showy due to their unique shape and contrasting colors.

Few-Flowered Barrenwort is valued for its ground-covering ability and its tolerance of dry shade once established, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and underplanting beneath larger shrubs or trees. It is also appreciated for its ornamental foliage, which often turns red or bronze in the fall. In cultivation, it requires well-drained soil rich in organic matter and consistent moisture, though it can tolerate periods of drought. It is generally pest and disease-free but can occasionally suffer from leaf spot or powdery mildew. Few-Flowered Barrenwort is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a safe choice for most garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0