Water
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging, especially during the growing season. Water thoroughly when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in late autumn and winter when the plant is dormant.
Intermediate Hepatica (Hepatica acutiloba) is a low-growing woodland perennial with early spring flowers in shades of blue, pink, or white.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in dappled shade or partial shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers moist soil, but not soggy conditions.
Well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Tolerates frost but benefits from winter protection.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging, especially during the growing season. Water thoroughly when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in late autumn and winter when the plant is dormant.
Remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flower stalks in late spring after flowering has finished. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and redirects energy to the plant's growth.
Hepatica acutiloba can be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Sow fresh seeds immediately after collection in a cool, moist medium.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years, and older plants every 3-4 years, preferably in early spring or autumn. Use a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Intermediate Hepatica (Hepatica acutiloba)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Hepatica |
| Species | Hepatica acutiloba × americana |
Similar in genus Hepatica
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