Epimedium leptorrhizum is a delicate perennial herb native to China, forming clumps of attractive foliage and producing small, elegant flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or light shade, protected from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during growth; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-9; prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter, providing just enough to prevent the soil from becoming completely dry.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune back dead or damaged foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. This tidies up the plant and encourages vigorous new growth.
Remove any spent flower stalks after blooming to maintain a neat appearance, though this is not strictly necessary for plant health.
Propagate by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Carefully separate rhizomes with at least one bud and a portion of root. Replant divisions immediately into well-draining soil.
This method is straightforward and effective for increasing your stock of this plant.
Repotting is rarely necessary as Epimedium leptorrhizum prefers to be undisturbed. If a container-grown plant becomes pot-bound, repot it in early spring into a slightly larger container or divide the rhizomes.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes for optimal root health.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Epimedium Leptorrhizum (Epimedium leptorrhizum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
| Species | Epimedium leptorrhizum |
Similar in genus Epimedium
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