| Plant Habit: | Shrub |
| Life cycle: | Other |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 7b |
| Fruit: | Pops open explosively when ripe |
| Flower Color: | Brown |
| Flower Size: | 1"-2" |
| Inflorescence Type: | Cluster |
| Uses: | Groundcover |
| Edible Parts: | Sap |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Other Beneficial Insects |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Self fertile Suitable for wintersowing |
| Pollinators: | Hoverflies |
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