Gillenia trifoliata Indian physic (Rosaceae)

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Gillenia trifoliata
Indian physic
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The Gillenia trifoliata plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Ontario and New York, east to Michigan and south to Georgia and Missouri. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Indian physic. Some home gardeners know the variety as Porteranthus trifoliatus. (L.)Britt.

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Latin Name:  Gillenia trifoliata
Common Name:  Indian physic
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  (L.)Moench.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Rocky open woods[187]. Rich woods[43].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a rather moist but well-drained lime-free peaty soil in semi-shade[4, 200]. Succeeds in any well-drained soil[188]. Succeeds in a sunny position but requires shade at the hottest part of the day[200]. A very ornamental plant, but it can be difficult to establish due to slug damage[187]. The stems usually require support[188].

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