Also known as American Hepatica · American Liverleaf · Round-Leaved Hepatica
Round-Lobed Hepatica (Hepatica americana) is a charming spring ephemeral with distinctive three-lobed leaves and delicate blue to white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun with afternoon shade.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, never soggy.
Humus-rich, well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy Perennial
25% intensity
Tolerates cold winters and moderate summers. Protect from extreme heat.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Enjoys organic matter; avoid chemical fertilizers.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the plant dry out completely, especially during warmer months and while it is establishing.
Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Pruning is generally not necessary for Hepatica americana. Remove any dead or damaged leaves in early spring before new growth appears. The plant maintains a natural, low-growing habit, so shaping is rarely needed.
Propagation is primarily done through division of established clumps in early spring or late autumn. Seeds can be sown fresh, but germination can be erratic and take a long time.
Division is the more reliable method for home gardeners.
Repotting is typically only needed when the plant becomes pot-bound, usually every 2-3 years. Do this in early spring before new growth starts or in late autumn after flowering.
Use a well-draining, woodland-style potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Round-Lobed Hepatica (Hepatica americana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Hepatica |
| Species | Hepatica americana |
Similar in genus Hepatica
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
