A classic spring-blooming, woodland wildflower. Excellent when massed in a shaded woodland garden, naturalized area or wildflower garden. Mixes well with other spring wildflowers and ferns. Not recommended for the perennial border.
- Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Family: Melanthiaceae
- Native Range: Eastern United States
- Zone: 4 to 9
- Height: 1.00 to 1.50 feet
- Spread: 0.75 to 1.00 feet
- Bloom Time: April to May
- Bloom Description: Purple to brownish purple
- Sun: Part shade to full shade
- Water: Medium
- Maintenance: Medium
- Flower: Showy
- Leaf: Colorful