Dicentra spectabilis Bleeding heart (Papaveraceae)

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Dicentra spectabilis
Bleeding heart
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The Dicentra spectabilis plant species is found in E. Asia - N. China, Japan, Korea and Siberia. Locally naturalized in Europe[50]. It is a member of the Papaveraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bleeding heart.

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Latin Name:  Dicentra spectabilis
Common Name:  Bleeding heart
Family:  Papaveraceae
Author:  (L.)Lem.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Woods and deep shady valleys[187].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a rich light soil[1]. Grows best in a light but good woodland soil, preferably not limy[208]. Prefers light shade and some shelter from winds[175]. Tolerates a sunny position if it is growing in a moist border but once planted the plant should not be disturbed since the roots are brittle[200]. A very ornamental plant[1], it is hardy to at least -20°c[187]. The seed is difficult to harvest, it ripens and is shed very quickly[134]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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