Category: Rarium | Sub-Category: Perennials for Sun
Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Veratrum nigrum
Family: Melanthiaceae
(P) to 5’. Black False Hellebore. Central Asia to southern Europe. A stately, back of the border plant with large, parallel-veined, pleated leaves arranged spirally around erect stems. Narrow branched panicles of small, six-tepaled, star-shaped flowers are dark purple to black. Best in part shade. All parts of this plant are poisonous. July to August. 3 & T1& Δ
*Tip: If germination does not occur after 3-4 weeks, place seed pans in a cool location (about 40°) for 2-4 weeks
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