Helleborus lividus
Helleborus lividus Ait. ex Curtis
Helleborus lividus is a flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to Majorca and possibly nearby Cabrera, Spain. It is an evergreen perennial reaching 45 cm in height and 30 cm in width. The plant features deep green or bluish green, glossy leaves and light green or pinkish-green flowers that bloom nearly flat from midwinter to early spring. The specific epithet lividus refers to the leaf color. It is recommended for greenhouse cultivation in frost-prone areas and can be propagated from seed.
Description
Helleborus lividus, described by Ait. ex Curtis in 1789, is part of the genus Helleborus. It is native to the Balearic Islands, particularly Majorca, and possibly the nearby island of Cabrera. This plant is characterized by its evergreen foliage and early blooming flowers. It thrives in conditions that protect it from frost, making a greenhouse ideal for cultivation in colder climates. The plant's propagation is typically carried out through seeds.
Synonyms
Helleborus trifoliusHelleborus triphyllusHelleborus lividus var. integrifoliusHelleborus trifolius var. integrifoliusHelleborus trifolius subsp. lividusHelleborus trifolius var. lividus
