Asarum magnificum var. magnificum

Asarum magnificum var. magnificum

Native to:
China

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Aristolochiaceae
Genus:
Asarum
Species:
Asarum magnificum var. magnificum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
brown, maroon
Ground Cover:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★☆☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
small mammals, ground-dwelling insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require darkness for germination. Fresh seed germinates better than stored seed.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch