Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
670661

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Morren

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Hort. Belge 2: 141 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669993



Common Names

  • Large-flowered Barrenwort
  • Large-flowered Epimedium
  • Large-flowered Bishop's Hat


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Description

Epimedium grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered Barrenwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Berberidaceae. It is native to East Asia, and is found in moist woodlands and shady slopes. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall, with leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. The flowers are yellow to white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Epimedium grandiflorum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum (Miq.) Nakai

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epimedium grandiflorum has small, yellow flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The flowers are borne in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epimedium grandiflorum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shaded areas. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division of the clumps can also be done in the spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Epimedium grandiflorum

Epimedium grandiflorum can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia.

Epimedium grandiflorum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Epimedium grandiflorum?

Epimedium grandiflorum prefers temperatures between 40-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Epimedium grandiflorum?

Epimedium grandiflorum prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should I water Epimedium grandiflorum?

Epimedium grandiflorum should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.

Species in the Epimedium genus

Epimedium pseudowushanense, Epimedium qingchengshanense, Epimedium acuminatum, Epimedium alpinum, Epimedium baieali-guizhouense, Epimedium baojingensis, Epimedium borealiguizhouense, Epimedium brevicornu, Epimedium campanulatum, Epimedium coactum, Epimedium davidii, Epimedium dewuense, Epimedium diphyllum, Epimedium dolichostemon, Epimedium ecalcaratum, Epimedium elatum, Epimedium elongatum, Epimedium enshiense, Epimedium epsteinii, Epimedium fangii, Epimedium fargesii, Epimedium flavum, Epimedium franchetii, Epimedium glandulosopilosum, Epimedium grandiflorum, Epimedium hunanense, Epimedium ilicifolium, Epimedium koreanum, Epimedium latisepalum, Epimedium leptorrhizum, Epimedium lishihchenii, Epimedium lobophyllum, Epimedium macrosepalum, Epimedium membranaceum, Epimedium mikinorii, Epimedium multiflorum, Epimedium myrianthum, Epimedium ogisui, Epimedium omeiense, Epimedium parvifolium, Epimedium pauciflorum, Epimedium perralderianum, Epimedium pinnatum, Epimedium platypetalum, Epimedium pubescens, Epimedium pubigerum, Epimedium reticulatum, Epimedium rhizomatosum, Epimedium sagittatum, Epimedium sempervirens,

Species in the Berberidaceae family

Achlys californica, Achlys japonica, Achlys triphylla, Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica,