Short-Fruited Willowherb
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(Epilobium obscurum)
Short-Fruited Willowherb (Epilobium obscurum)
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Summary
Epilobium obscurum, commonly known as Short-fruited Willowherb, is a perennial herb that is native to a variety of habitats including moist meadows, stream banks, and open woodlands across Macaronesia, Northwestern Africa, and Europe to Turkey. It typically grows to a height of 10-60 cm and has a spreading habit with lance-shaped leaves. The plant produces small, pink to purplish flowers from June to September, which are modest in appearance but can add a delicate charm to garden settings.
Short-fruited Willowherb is valued for its ability to thrive in damp conditions and can be used to stabilize soil in riparian restoration projects. It is also appreciated for its ease of maintenance and can be used in informal garden settings or naturalized areas. In cultivation, it prefers moist soils with good drainage and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. While not commonly found in nurseries, it can be a useful plant for gardeners looking to create a naturalistic or wildlife-friendly garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Short-fruited Willowherb is valued for its ability to thrive in damp conditions and can be used to stabilize soil in riparian restoration projects. It is also appreciated for its ease of maintenance and can be used in informal garden settings or naturalized areas. In cultivation, it prefers moist soils with good drainage and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. While not commonly found in nurseries, it can be a useful plant for gardeners looking to create a naturalistic or wildlife-friendly garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-3 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow, Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Moist meadows, stream banks, and open woodlands
Other Names
Common Names: Short-fruited Willowherb, Dark Willowherb
Scientific Names: Epilobium obscurum, Chamaenerion obscurum, Chamaenerion obscurum, Chamaenerion ramosissimum, Epilobium acidulum, Epilobium ambiguum, Epilobium anagallidifolium var. diffusum, Epilobium chordorrhizum, Epilobium decumbens
GBIF Accepted Name: Epilobium obscurum