Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
media
ID:
720598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Simonk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Enum. Fl. Transsilv. : 38 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719931

Common Names

  • Medium-lobed Hepatica
  • Medium-lobed Liverleaf
  • Media Hepatica

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Synonyms

  • Anemone media (Simonk.) Kárpáti [unknown]

Description

Hepatica media (also called 'Medium-Leaved Hepatica' and 'Medium-Leaved Hepatica', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in moist, shady habitats, and has three-lobed, ovate leaves that are mottled with purple and green. It produces a single flower with a long, thin, yellowish-green spathe.

Uses & Benefits

Hepatica media is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hepatica media has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hepatica media is a hardy perennial that grows in zones 3-9. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed sown in the fall. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Hepatica media

Hepatica media can be found in woodlands and grasslands in Europe, from the British Isles to the Caucasus.

Hepatica media FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hepatica media?

Hepatica media

What is the common name of Hepatica media?

Medium-flowered hepatica

Where is Hepatica media found?

Hepatica media is found in Europe and Asia.

Species in the Hepatica genus

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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