Red Bistort (Bistorta Amplexicaulis) is a perennial herb in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A robust, clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with pointed, slightly puckered, oval, mid-green leaves and narrow spikes of rose-red flowers.

Red Bistort

Red Bistort

Bistorta Amplexicaulis

A robust, clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with pointed, slightly puckered, oval, mid-green leaves and narrow spikes of rose-red flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, moist, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental flower spikes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red Bistort

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Polygonaceae
Genus:Bistorta