Bleeding heart - Lamprocapnos (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Bleeding heart

Also known as: Asian Bleeding-Heart

Bleeding heart comprise a small genus of one species in the poppy family. They were first introduced to the western world via England in the mid-19th century by the Scottish botanist and plant hunter Robert Fortune. Since then, bleeding heart have become popular garden plants, notable for their hanging, heart-shaped, pink-and-white flowers growing in long clusters.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bleeding heart (Lamprocapnos)

Family

Poppy

Order

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Bleeding heart

Species

Bleeding heart Heart flower 'Alba'

Care Guide for Bleeding heart

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Bleeding heart thrives in moist woodland environments, preferring consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Drought-sensitive, it requires weekly watering, especially outdoors. Aligning irrigation with rainfall patterns supports its active growth and helps maintain high humidity levels essential for its development.

Propagation: Bleeding heart propagates through seeds, cuttings, division, or tissue culture, with division being preferred. Key requirements include moist, well-draining soil, partial shade, and cool temperatures. Avoid excessive moisture and protect young plants from frost. Propagation difficulty is moderate due to sensitivity to conditions.

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