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(Heuchera parvifolia)
Cave Alumroot (Heuchera parvifolia)
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Cecelia Alexander
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Photo by: Cecelia Alexander | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Cecelia Alexander | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-06-24T12:47:18-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Heuchera parvifolia, commonly known as Cave Alumroot, is an evergreen perennial herb native to rocky outcrops and cliff bases in the mountainous regions of the Western United States. It typically grows to a height and width of 0.7-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters), forming a compact mound of scalloped, rounded leaves. The foliage can range from green to bronze, adding to its ornamental value. Cave Alumroot produces delicate panicles of bell-shaped flowers, which are pink to white in color, from late spring to early summer. The flowers are modest in size but can add a subtle charm to woodland gardens.
Cave Alumroot is valued for its low maintenance and its ability to thrive in shady conditions, making it an excellent ground cover or border plant for shaded areas. It is also used in rock gardens and as an underplanting for larger shrubs. This plant prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to loam, as long as they are not waterlogged. While it is drought-tolerant once established, consistent moisture will keep it looking its best. Cave Alumroot is generally disease-resistant but can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Cave Alumroot is valued for its low maintenance and its ability to thrive in shady conditions, making it an excellent ground cover or border plant for shaded areas. It is also used in rock gardens and as an underplanting for larger shrubs. This plant prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to loam, as long as they are not waterlogged. While it is drought-tolerant once established, consistent moisture will keep it looking its best. Cave Alumroot is generally disease-resistant but can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.7-1 feet
- Width: 0.7-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Rocky outcrops and cliff bases in mountainous regions of the Western United States
Other Names
Common Names: Common Alumroot, Common Albumroot, Littleflower Alumroot, Little-Leaved Alumroot, Small-Leaved Alumroot, Heuchère À Petites Feuilles, Little-Leaf Alumroot
Scientific Names: , Heuchera parvifolia, Heuchera parvifolia var. parvifolia, Heuchera flabellifolia var. flabellifolia, Heuchera parvifolia var. dissecta,
GBIF Accepted Name: Heuchera parvifolia Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray