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Sharp-Lobed Hepatica (Anemone acutiloba): Early Spring Woodland Wildflower

Sharp-lobed hepatica is a charming, native spring ephemeral with leathery, three-lobed, evergreen leaves that are often mottled. It produces delicate, anemone-like flowers in shades of white, pink, or blue in very early spring, before the new leaves emerge.

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Botanical Profile

Family:Ranunculaceae
Genus:Anemone
Species:acutiloba
Synonyms:Hepatica nobilis var. acuta, Hepatica acutiloba, Hepatica acuta, Hepatica nobilis, Hepatica triloba var. acuta

Native to eastern North America, this plant thrives in rich, well-drained soil and deciduous shade. It's perfect for woodland gardens and naturalized areas. The evergreen leaves provide winter interest. Slow to establish but long-lived.

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