Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Other |
Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | In Water |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5b -26.1 °C (-15 °F) to -23.3 °C (-10 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 4a |
Fruit: | Dehiscent Pops open explosively when ripe |
Uses: | Groundcover Suitable for forage |
Edible Parts: | Seeds or Nuts |
Toxicity: | Fruit is poisonous |
Pollinators: | Cleistogamous |
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