American Alumroot (Heuchera Americana) is a perennial herb in the Saxifragaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Heuchera americana is a clump-forming perennial native to much of eastern and central North America, valued for its attractive, variable foliage and small, delicate flowers.

American Alumroot

American Alumroot

Heuchera Americana

Heuchera americana is a clump-forming perennial native to much of eastern and central North America, valued for its attractive, variable foliage and small, delicate flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, border edging, foliage interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American Alumroot

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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:Saxifragaceae
Genus:Heuchera