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