Stinking Hellebore (Helleborus foetidus) is an evergreen perennial with dark green, deeply divided leaves. It blooms with pale green, bell-shaped flowers from late winter
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Sunlight
Partial to full shade
Watering
Moderate, consistent moisture
Soil
Fertile, well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to alkaline
Temperature
Cool temperatures preferred
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate, annual top-dressing
Partial to full shade
Moderate, consistent moisture
Fertile, well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to alkaline
Cool temperatures preferred
Outdoor
Low to moderate, annual top-dressing
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.8 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Medium
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Palmate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
4000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Edible
No
All parts of Helleborus foetidus are toxic if ingested, containing cardiotoxic bufadienolides and protoanemonin. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal upset, cardiac issues, and neurological symptoms. Skin contact may also cause irritation.
