Anemonoides nemorosa

Bosanemoon (Anemone nemorosa) (d.j.b.)

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Anemonoides nemorosa

Anemonoides nemorosa in bloom

Anemonoides nemorosa, commonly known as wood anemone, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to Europe and temperate Asia, and is often found in woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Description

Anemonoides nemorosa grows to a height of 5-15 cm. The plant has a rhizome that spreads horizontally, allowing it to form large colonies. The leaves are basal, with a long petiole, and are divided into three lobes. The flowers are typically white, but can also be pink, blue, or purple, and have six to seven petal-like tepals. The flowering period is from March to May.

Habitat

Anemonoides nemorosa thrives in deciduous forests, where it benefits from the light that reaches the forest floor before the trees fully leaf out. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can often be found in beech and oak woodlands.

Distribution

The species is widespread across Europe, from the British Isles to Russia, and extends into temperate regions of Asia. It is absent from the Mediterranean region and the Arctic.

Ecology

Anemonoides nemorosa is an important early spring flower for many pollinators, including bees and hoverflies. The plant is also a food source for various herbivores, although it contains toxic compounds that can deter excessive grazing.

Cultivation

Anemonoides nemorosa is popular in gardens and landscaping for its early spring blooms. It is best grown in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in autumn or by seed.

Related Species

Anemonoides nemorosa is closely related to other species in the genus Anemonoides, such as Anemonoides ranunculoides (yellow wood anemone) and Anemonoides sylvestris (snowdrop anemone).

See Also

• Ranunculaceae
• Perennial plant
• Herbaceous plant
• Pollination
• Rhizome