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(Ajuga macrosperma)
Large-Seed Bugleweed (Ajuga macrosperma)
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Photo by: phuentsho | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.en | Occurence ID: https://www.gbif.org/occurrence/3949014744 | Publisher: PlantNet |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Sparks, Nevada
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 63" - 75" | 8" | Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. | Irrigate N" / year |
| • High Temp. | 77°F - 98°F | 92°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 33°F - 54°F | 22°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Ajuga macrosperma, commonly known as Large-Seed Bugleweed, is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to moist grasslands and open forest areas in South and Southeast Asia, including the Himalayas. It typically grows to a height of 0.4-1 feet (0.1-0.3 meters) and spreads 0.2-0.5 feet (0.06-0.2 meters) wide, forming dense mats of foliage. The plant features rosettes of dark green, glossy leaves and produces spikes of blue, purple, and white flowers that are quite showy during the spring and summer months.
Large-Seed Bugleweed is valued for its ground-covering abilities, low maintenance, and the vibrant color it adds to garden beds and borders. It is often used in rock gardens, as underplanting for shrubs, or in containers. This Ajuga prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to part shade. While it is generally easy to grow, it can be susceptible to crown rot in overly wet conditions and may require division every few years to maintain vigor.CC BY-SA 4.0
Large-Seed Bugleweed is valued for its ground-covering abilities, low maintenance, and the vibrant color it adds to garden beds and borders. It is often used in rock gardens, as underplanting for shrubs, or in containers. This Ajuga prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to part shade. While it is generally easy to grow, it can be susceptible to crown rot in overly wet conditions and may require division every few years to maintain vigor.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.4-1 feet
- Width: 0.2-0.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Deer Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant
Natural Habitat
Moist grasslands and open forest areas in South and Southeast Asia, including the Himalayas
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Ajuga macrosperma, Bulga macrosperma
GBIF Accepted Name: Ajuga macrosperma Wall. ex Benth.