Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 557 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732818
Common Names
- Thalictrum Buttercup
- Isopyrum thalictroides
- Buttercup
Synonyms
- Olfa thalictrifolia Bubani [unknown]
- Thalictrella thalictroides (L.) E.Nardi [unknown]
- Aquilegia aquilegioides (L.) H.P.Fuchs ex Janch. [unknown]
- Aquilegia thalictroides E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Fontanella tertiaria Kluk ex Besser [unknown]
- Helleborus thalictroides Lam. [unknown]
- Isopyrum album Dulac [unknown]
- Isopyrum aquilegioides L. [unknown]
- Isopyrum thalictrifolium Gilib. [unknown]
Description
Isopyrum thalictroides (also called Common Isopyrum, among many other common names) is an herb with a clumping habit, native to North America. It grows in open forests and woodlands, often in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Isopyrum thalictroides is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isopyrum thalictroides is a yellow-green, star-shaped head, with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isopyrum thalictroides is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is not necessary.
Where to Find Isopyrum thalictroides
Isopyrum thalictroides is found in the temperate forests of Asia.
Isopyrum thalictroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isopyrum thalictroides?
Isopyrum thalictroides
What is the common name of Isopyrum thalictroides?
Thalictrum buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Isopyrum thalictroides?
Grassy slopes, meadows, and woodlands
Species in the Isopyrum genus
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