Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Melanthiaceae

Genus:

Veratrum

Species:

Veratrum stamineum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte , Forb/herb

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

greenish-white, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

pollinators

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 cold stratification for 2-3 months; germination can be slow and erratic.

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