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Lion's Foot - Prenanthes alba

Lion's Foot - Prenanthes alba

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Native to all New England States, Perennial/biennial that blooms white petals with mauve stamens in the fall (resemble a lion's paw) The plant has large leaves on the bottom and smaller ones on the top.  The stems sometimes have a purple to burgundy color. Once pollinated the flowers close to protect the seed being formed.  When the seedheads ripen the burst open with  coppery tufts on the seeds that help them disperse  and resemble a lion's mane.

Prefers: Dappled shade with medium moist soil.  With ideal conditions it can grow up to  ft tall.  It will go into early dormancy with extremely hot dry weather.  

Benefits:  Bumblebees, native bees, beetles, and moths are attracted to this fascinating plant.     
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