Virginia Waterleaf (Hydrophyllum virginianum)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Virginia Waterleaf
Hydrophyllum virginianum

Leaves of Virginia Waterleaf
Leaves of Virginia Waterleaf
 
Features

Clusters of white to lavender flowers. The leaves have 5-7 lobes, and are sometimes green, sometimes marked with silvery spots

 
 
Culture

Light shade; moist, well drained sites.

 
 
Mature Height
1-2 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 6 
 
Bloom Color
Lavender
White
 
 
Bloom Season
May - August
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes
Found in moist woods.