Epimedium sagittatum Seeds | Barrenwort
LATIN NAME: Epimedium sagittatum
COMMON NAME: Barrenwort
Plant Profile
Known to gardeners as Barrenwort, Epimedium sagittatum is an evergreen, perennial in the barberry family. Barrenwort bears on its airy sprays of small, spurred flowers above neat, heart-shaped leaves, and the whole plant carries the fine, delicate look of the shaded woodland. It is a plant of shaded, deep, rich, moist, well-drained ground. For the small amount of care it requires, the return is remarkable.
Science & Biotechnology
The species features in the wider study of the barberry family, and its traits make it a useful subject for work on germination biology, cultivation and ornamental selection. Interest from collectors and breeders has never lapsed, and good seed continues to circulate.
Uses & Benefits
Barrenwort works well in borders, containers and dedicated beds. Barrenwort is a delicate, useful plant of shaded woodland and study collection. It is a delicate, useful plant of shaded, deep, rich, moist, well-drained garden. Barrenwort seeds like a fine, gritty mix in a shaded, cool spot with steady moisture. Establishment is uncomplicated, and afterwards ordinary care suffices.
Horny goat weed, Yin Yang Huo, is a famous Chinese yang tonic, and its flavonoid icariin is one of the most studied natural compounds for bone density and circulatory effects; the dainty spring flowers make it a shade-garden jewel as well.
Growing from Seed
Sow fresh seed of Barrenwort under ordinary good conditions. Sow the seed evenly over the surface and cover lightly, using a loose, well-drained seed compost, and keep it just moist in bright light until the seedlings are well up. Grow the youngsters on steadily in pots until well rooted, then move them to their final positions.
Our Take
Within its genus it stands out for garden reliability. Few garden plants carry such a documented history of use as this one does. It tolerates the sort of small mistakes every beginner makes.
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