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Dysosmadifformis

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Family

Berberidaceae (bear-ber-id-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Dysosma (dis-OHS-ma)

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Species

difformis (dif-FOR-mis)

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Synonym

Podophyllum difforme

Podophyllum tonkinense

Podophyllum triangulare

Podophyllum triangulum

Sun Exposure

Light Shade

Foliage

Herbaceous

Height

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Maroon/Burgundy

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

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sandyq4

Sheridan, OR | June 2012 | positive

The leaves can get to 18" wide. Runners appear 12" out after 5 years. Can withstand 10 degree F in the winter if mulched. Protect from...Read More wind as it acts like a parachute.

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