Helonias orientalis

Helonias orientalis

Native to:
Japan | Korea | Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Melanthiaceae
Genus:
Helonias
Species:
Helonias orientalis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months * poor germination

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society