Heuchera micrantha Alum root (Saxifragaceae) Evergreen perennial

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Heuchera micrantha
Alum root
Evergreen perennial
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The Heuchera micrantha plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to California. It is a member of the Saxifragaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alum root.

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Latin Name:  Heuchera micrantha
Common Name:  Alum root
Family:  Saxifragaceae
Author:  Douglas. ex Lindl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.7   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Moist banks of humus and rocks in woodland below 600 metres[71].

General Uses: The root can be used as an alum substitute, this is a mordant used in fixing dyes[172]. The root is rich in tannin, is this the active ingredient that acts as a mordant?[172]. The plant can be crushed and then rubbed on the hair as a tonic to make it grow[257]. A good ground cover plant for the woodland garden[200]. Plants should be spaced about 45cm apart each way[208].

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