European Wild Ginger (Asarum Europaeum) is a perennial groundcover in the Aristolochiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full shade or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

A creeping evergreen perennial with glossy, dark green, kidney-shaped leaves and small, dull purple flowers hidden beneath the foliage.

European Wild Ginger

European Wild Ginger

Asarum Europaeum

A creeping evergreen perennial with glossy, dark green, kidney-shaped leaves and small, dull purple flowers hidden beneath the foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Shade, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, shade tolerance, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for European Wild Ginger

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Aristolochiaceae
Genus:Asarum