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Heuchera glabra
Alpine heuchera
Evergreen perennial
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The Heuchera glabra plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Saxifragaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alpine heuchera.

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Latin Name:  Heuchera glabra
Common Name:  Alpine heuchera
Family:  Saxifragaceae
Author:  Willd.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Stream banks and crevices of moist rocks from the coast to above the timber line[60].



Medicinal Information:  The root is antiseptic, salve, styptic and tonic[172]. It has been used to treat inflammation of the testicles caused by syphilis[257].

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The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
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