Helleborus niger
Black hellebore
Evergreen perennial
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The Helleborus niger plant species is found in S.E. and C. Europe. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Black hellebore.

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Latin Name:  Helleborus niger
Common Name:  Black hellebore
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant are poisonous[9, 10, 65], this poison can possibly be absorbed through the skin[76]. The fresh root can be a violent irritant to sensitive skin[244].
 
Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3
 
Habitat:  Woods and thickets, mainly in mountains, on calcareous soils[50, 187]. Sometimes also found in grassland[187].

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