Asarum canadense
snake root;black snakeweed
- Perennial
- 15 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Very hardy
- Suitable for partial shade
Garden use
Use
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 10 - 15 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | April - May |
| Flower colour | Purple |
| Growth habit | Carpet |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
| Soil | Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Asarum canadense |
|---|---|
| Genus | Asarum |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Common names | EN: snake root;black snakeweed |
| Origin | America, North |
