Crevice Alumroot

(Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia)

Crevice Alumroot (Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia)

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Climate Requirements

Precipitation 26" - 97"
High Temp. 67°F - 85°F
Low Temp. 28°F - 37°F

Summary

Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia, commonly known as Alumroot, is an evergreen perennial herb native to rocky outcrops and crevices in the coastal mountains and the Cascades of the Pacific Northwest. It typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). The plant forms a low, mounding clump of scalloped, round leaves, which can range in color from green to bronze. The delicate, bell-shaped flowers are borne on slender stems above the foliage in summer, displaying colors from pink to white, and are moderately showy.

Alumroot is valued for its foliage texture and mounding habit, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, woodland settings, and as a ground cover. It is also used in border fronts and containers. This plant is appreciated for its adaptability to a range of light conditions, from full sun to part shade, and its preference for well-drained soils. Gardeners should be aware of potential issues with rust and leaf spot diseases, and the plant may suffer in excessively wet conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 1-2 feet
  • Width: 1-1.5 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Pink, White
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbird Garden, Rabbit Resistant

Natural Habitat

Rocky outcrops and crevices in the coastal mountains and the Cascades of the Pacific Northwest

Other Names

Common Names: Small-Flowered Alumroot, Heuchère À Feuilles Variées

Scientific Names: Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia, Heuchera micrantha var. pacifica, Heuchera diversifolia

GBIF Accepted Name: Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia (Rydb.) Rosend., Butters & Lakela