Features
Rhizomatous perennial.
Species |
Perrenial |
Living space |
Bright forest, Clean or mixed forest, Conifer forest, Dark forest, Deciduous forest, Mixed forest |
Size |
30-70 cm |
Description
It is a rhizomatous perennial growing to 70 cm tall by 25 cm broad, with arching stems of alternate leaves, and slightly necked, pendent tubular white flowers with green tips, hanging from the undersides of the stems. It is valued in cultivation for its ability to colonise shady areas, and is suitable for a woodland style planting. The ripe fruits are dark blue berries. It is a poisonous plant that thrives in shady places throughout Slovenia.