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Herbaceous Perennial

Streptopus amplexifolius

liver berry

An herbaceous, rhizomatous perennial to 75cm tall, forming a clump of stems bearing alternate, oval, pointed leaves. In summer, pendent, greenish, bell-shaped flowers are produced; these are followed by bright red fruits

Other common names
scoot berry
white mandarin
Synonyms
Streptopus amplexicaulis
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Green White Green
Autumn Green Red
Winter
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or North–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Liliaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring. May also be propagated by seed, although germination is erratic

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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