Alpine Heuchera

Heuchera glabra

Physical Characteristics

Heuchera glabra is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Western N. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Ground Cover;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked[172]. Not choice[172].

Medicinal Uses

Antiseptic Salve Styptic Tonic VD The root is antiseptic, salve, styptic and tonic[172]. It has been used to treat inflammation of the testicles caused by syphilis[257].

Known Hazards

None known