Urn-flowered Alum-root (Heuchera Elegans) is a perennial herb in the Saxifragaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Heuchera elegans is a perennial herb endemic to California, known for its clumping rosette growth and urn-shaped flowers.

Urn-flowered Alum-root

Urn-flowered Alum-root

Heuchera Elegans

Heuchera elegans is a perennial herb endemic to California, known for its clumping rosette growth and urn-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Urn-flowered Alum-root

Jan
Prune
Feb
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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Saxifragaceae
Genus:Heuchera