Status:
valid
Authors:
Ker Gawl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1819
Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 5: t. 387 (1819)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719909
Common Names
- Hepatica americana
- American Hepatica
- American Liverwort
Synonyms
- Anemone americana (DC.) H.Hara [unknown]
- Anemonoides americana (L.) Holub [unknown]
- Hepatica americana cahnae Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica americana candida Fernald [unknown]
- Hepatica americana maculata Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica americana parviflora Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica americana purpurea Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica americana rhodantha Fernald [unknown]
- Hepatica hepatica parviflora Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica hepatica purpurea Farw. [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis cahnae (Farw.) Steyerm. [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis candida (Fernald) Steyerm. [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis obtusa Beck [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis obtusa (Pursh) Steyerm. [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis purpurea (Farw.) Steyerm. [unknown]
- Hepatica nobilis rhodantha (Fernald) Steyerm. [unknown]
- Hepatica triloba americana DC. [unknown]
- Hepatica triloba obtusa Pursh [unknown]
Description
Hepatica americana (also called 'American Hepatica' and 'American Hepatica', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in moist, shady habitats, and has three-lobed, ovate leaves that are mottled with purple and green. It produces a single flower with a long, thin, yellowish-green spathe.
Uses & Benefits
Hepatica americana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hepatica americana has white or pinkish flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hepatica americana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be grown from seed, but it may take up to two years to flower. Division of the plant is the best way to propagate it.
Where to Find Hepatica americana
Hepatica americana is native to North America and is found in moist, shady areas in the lowlands of the continent.
Hepatica americana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hepatica americana?
Hepatica americana
What is the common name of Hepatica americana?
American hepatica
What is the natural habitat of Hepatica americana?
Grasslands, woodlands, and open forests
Species in the Hepatica genus
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
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