Sanguinaria canadensis

Bloodroot

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Spring ephemeral woodland perennial with white flowers and red latex sap. Native to eastern North America; foliage dies back after blooming.
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Plant Details

Common Name Bloodroot
Family Papaveraceae
Genus Sanguinaria
Species Canadensis
Origin Eastern North America
Blooming Early spring white flowers before foliage expands
Leaf Color Emerald green, turning yellow in dormancy
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, humus-rich, well-draining woodland soil with high organic content

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Watering

Keep moist during growth; allow to dry completely during dormancy (summer)

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Sunlight & Care

Deep shade to partial shade; avoid direct sun in summer

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Fertilization

Apply compost at planting or early spring only, no heavy feeding

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Pruning

Cut back yellowed foliage after flowering to encourage rhizome storage

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Sep
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Nov
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
400 – 2500
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
300 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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