Round-Lobed Hepatica
(Hepatica americana)
Round-Lobed Hepatica (Hepatica americana)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Hepatica americana, commonly known as Round-Lobed Hepatica, is an evergreen perennial herb native to rich, deciduous woodlands and forested slopes in the Eastern United States and Southeastern Canada. This low-growing plant typically reaches a height and width of 0.2-0.3 feet (0.06-0.09 meters), forming a compact clump. Round-Lobed Hepatica is notable for its leathery, round-lobed leaves and its charming flowers, which bloom in early spring. The flowers come in shades of blue, pink, purple, and white, and are quite showy, attracting early-season pollinators.
Round-Lobed Hepatica is valued for its early spring blossoms and its ability to thrive in shaded woodland gardens, making it a popular choice for naturalistic plantings and shade gardens. It is also used in rock gardens due to its compact size and attractive foliage. This plant prefers partial to full shade, consistent moisture, and well-drained, humus-rich soil. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to leaf spot diseases and should not be allowed to dry out. Hepatica americana is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, but it can be slow to establish and spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
Round-Lobed Hepatica is valued for its early spring blossoms and its ability to thrive in shaded woodland gardens, making it a popular choice for naturalistic plantings and shade gardens. It is also used in rock gardens due to its compact size and attractive foliage. This plant prefers partial to full shade, consistent moisture, and well-drained, humus-rich soil. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to leaf spot diseases and should not be allowed to dry out. Hepatica americana is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, but it can be slow to establish and spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.2-0.3 feet
- Width: 0.2-0.3 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: Purple, White
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Slow
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to rich, deciduous woodlands and forested slopes in the Eastern United States and Southeastern Canada
Other Names
Common Names: Round Lobe Hepatica , Liverleaf
Scientific Names: Hepatica nobilis var. obtusa , Hepatica nobilis f. obtusa , Hepatica americana , Anemone americana , Hepatica americana f. candida , Hepatica americana f. purpurea , Hepatica americana f. rhodantha , Hepatica americana f. cahnae , Hepatica triloba var. americana , Anemonoides americana
GBIF Accepted Name: Hepatica nobilis var. obtusa (Pursh) Steyerm.