Lobed false helleborine (Veratrum lobelianum)

Lobed false helleborine

Lobed false helleborine is a tall, perennial herb with broad, ribbed leaves basally clustered. It features striking vertical spikes of small, star-shaped white or yellowish-green flowers. Thriving in damp, alpine meadows, lobed false helleborine's robust stalks and toxic alkaloids protect it from grazing animals, ensuring its persistence in a competitive environment.

Scientific classification

Species

Lobed false helleborine (Veratrum lobelianum)

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Herb

Plant Type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Lobed false helleborine

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Lobed false helleborine is a resilient perennial featuring broad leaves and tall flower spikes. Prune in early spring to remove damaged foliage, encourage growth, and manage size. This improves air circulation, reduces disease risk, and enhances ornamental display, following precise horticultural guidelines.

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