Gillenia stipulata American ipecacuanna (Rosaceae)

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Gillenia stipulata
American ipecacuanna
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The Gillenia stipulata plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New York to Indiana and Kansas, south to Georgia, Louisiana and Oklahoma. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as American ipecacuanna. Some home gardeners know the variety as Porteranthus stipulatus. (Muhl. ex Willd.)Britt.

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Latin Name:  Gillenia stipulata
Common Name:  American ipecacuanna
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  (Muhl. ex Willd.)Baill.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woods, thickets and rocky slopes[43].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring or autumn in a cold frame[200]. Prick out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle and grow on for the first year in a lightly shaded area of the greenhouse or cold frame. Plant out in late spring and protect from slugs until well established. Division in spring or autumn[238].

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