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Smallflower Alumroot

Heuchera micrantha, Saxifragaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Red-flowering CurrantRibes sanguineum
Pollinator SharingShade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

FringecupTellima grandiflora

Related plants in Saxifragaceae compete for similar woodland microhabitats

Richardson's AlumrootHeuchera richardsonii

Congeneric species compete for similar woodland niches and soil resources

Uses

Functions

Woodland UnderstoryRock GardensErosion ControlOrnamental

Edible Parts

Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAstringentDiarrhea

Common Questions

What zones does Smallflower Alumroot grow in?

Smallflower Alumroot grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Smallflower Alumroot?

Good companions for Smallflower Alumroot include Red-flowering Currant.

Design guilds with Smallflower Alumroot and see companion relationships visually.

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