How to Grow and Care for Boykinia

Coastal brookfoam grows in damp areas near rivers and streams, often at forest edges. The hardy perennial can be planted in gardens, producing multiple small flowers in the summer that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

Boykinia rotundifolia is a rhizomatous perennial herb producing leaves with blades up to 30 cm long, borne on petioles up to 18 cm in length. Each leaf has several rounded lobes with dull teeth along the edges. The inflorescence reaches up to a meter (91 cm.) tall on a thin stem.

Alumroot brookfoam is a perennial herb characterized by its frothy clusters of small white flowers, which bloom atop slender, red-tinged stems. The plant's broad, kidney-shaped leaves with toothed margins create a lush, ground-covering foliage. Thriving in moist, shady environments, alumroot brookfoam is well-suited for a woodland garden setting, where its delicate appearance belies a robust constitution, adaptable to various conditions within its preferred habitat.

Richardson's brookfoam is a perennial herb notable for its lush, green foliage and delicate white flowers that bloom in clusters. Its serrated leaves are often heart-shaped, giving it a distinctive appearance. Thriving in moist, shaded environments, richardson's brookfoam is typically found along stream banks or in forested areas, where its roots can access ample water. This proximity to water sources plays a crucial role in richardson's brookfoam's growth and the maintenance of its vibrant greenery.

Large boykinia is a robust perennial herb with broad, toothed leaves and loose clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers. Thriving in moist, shaded environments, this plant often takes root alongside streams or in forest undergrowth. Its height and abundant foliage enable it to compete for sunlight, while its flowers attract pollinators, facilitating its spread within its preferred habitats.