Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Melanthiaceae

Genus:

Veratrum

Species:

Veratrum nigrum

Growth Characteristics

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

purple

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers damp, woodland environments