Wildflowers
Twinleaf
Jeffersonia diphylla
Features
White flowers that bloom for only a few days. Blue green leaves are so deeply divided, they are almost split in two.
Culture
Partial shade; moist, well drained sites; avoid dry sites.
Mature Height
8-16 Inches
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Ohio
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 7
Bloom Color
White
Bloom Season
April - May
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, but slugs are a possible problem.
Additional Notes
Found in woods. Listed as threatened in Iowa.