| Common Name | Wild Ginger |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Asarum |
| Species | Canadense |
| Origin | Eastern North America |
| Blooming | Early spring, small bell-shaped flowers hidden under leaves |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Moist, well-draining humus-rich soil, acidic to neutral pH
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce in summer heat dormancy
Deep shade or filtered light; direct sun burns foliage rapidly
Light feeding with compost in spring only during active growth
Remove dead foliage in late autumn to prevent rot
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