Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 442 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550828
Common Names
- Asarum europaeum
- Europaeum Asarum
- European Asarum
Synonyms
- Asarum europaeum romanicum Kukkonen & Uotila [unknown]
- Asarum lucidum Salisb. [unknown]
- Asarum officinale Moench [unknown]
- Asarum renifolium Stokes [unknown]
- Asarum reniforme Gilib. [unknown]
- Asarum rotundifolium St.-Lag. [unknown]
- Asarum europaeum patens Domin [unknown]
- Asarum europaeum pseudocapsicum Pawł. [unknown]
- Asarum europaeum andreanszkyi Pénzes [unknown]
Description
Asarum europaeum (also called European Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the forests of Europe. It has heart-shaped leaves and small, purplish-brown flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Asarum europaeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often grown for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and to reduce inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Asarum europaeum sub. italicum Kukkonen & Uotila
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asarum europaeum has small, white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asarum europaeum is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Zones 4-9. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the fall and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Asarum europaeum
Asarum europaeum is native to Europe and temperate Asia.
Asarum europaeum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asarum europaeum?
Asarum europaeum
What is the common name of Asarum europaeum?
European wild ginger
Where is Asarum europaeum found?
Asarum europaeum is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia
Species in the Asarum genus
Asarum costatum,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum kinoshitae,
Asarum majale,
Asarum maruyamae,
Asarum megacalyx,
Asarum mikuniense,
Asarum tohokuense,
Asarum arifolium,
Asarum asaroides,
Asarum asperum,
Asarum balansae,
Asarum bashanense,
Asarum blumei,
Asarum campaniflorum,
Asarum canadense,
Asarum cardiophyllum,
Asarum caucasicum,
Asarum caudatum,
Asarum caudigerellum,
Asarum caudigerum,
Asarum caulescens,
Asarum celsum,
Asarum chengkouense,
Asarum chinense,
Asarum contractum,
Asarum cordifolium,
Asarum costatum,
Asarum crassisepalum,
Asarum crassum,
Asarum crispulatum,
Asarum curvistigma,
Asarum debile,
Asarum delavayi,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum dissitum,
Asarum epigynum,
Asarum europaeum,
Asarum fauriei,
Asarum forbesii,
Asarum fudsinoi,
Asarum fukienense,
Asarum gelasinum,
Asarum geophilum,
Asarum glabrum,
Asarum gusk,
Asarum hartwegii,
Asarum hatsushimae,
Asarum heterophyllum,
Asarum heterotropoides,
Species in the Aristolochiaceae family
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,