Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Biarum

Species:

Biarum tenuifolium subsp. tenuifolium

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

dark purple, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Fresh seed germinates best. Sow in autumn for spring emergence. Tubers may take several years to reach flowering size.

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