Anemone nemorosa aka Wood Anemone

Taxonomy

Anemonoides nemorosa, also known as Anemone nemorosa or wood anemone, is a dwarf, rhizomatous herbaceous perennial native to Europe. Belonging to the buttercup family Ranunculaceae, this early-spring flowering plant grows to a height of 5-15 cm (2-6 in). It features dark green palmate leaves divided into three lobes and produces very pale pink flowers with an outer circle of large sepals and a center of intersecting smaller pale pink petals. The plant blooms from March to May and then becomes dormant until late autumn. Commonly referred to as windflower, European thimbleweed, or smell fox, it derives its latter name from the musky scent emitted by its leaves.

Common names

Wood Anemone, European Wood Anemone

How to care for Wood Anemone

Difficulty

Wood Anemone is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

Water

Wood Anemone should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Wood Anemone loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Wood Anemone to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.

Toxicity

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The growth of Wood Anemone is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Region of origin

Wood Anemone’s native range is Throughout the northern temperate zone of C. Europe, including Britain, and W. Asia.


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