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Porteranthus trifoliatus
Bowman's Root (Indian Physic)
- » Attracts butterflies and other beneficial insects
- » Attractive fall color extends season of beauty
- » Perfect for landscape massing, deer resistant
- » Drought tolerant once established
- » Easy to grow and maintain
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:4-8
- Height:2-3 ft
- Spread:2-3 ft
- Bloom Color: White Shades
Olive-green foliage on woody branches forms a neat mound that serves as the backdrop to delicate, white flowers that bloom in spring and move like butterflies in the breeze. Foliage turns russet-red in the autumn. Perfect for mass plantings. it is a magnet for native insects and butterflies.
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Attributes
| • | Native |
Foliage Color
| • | Red |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Mass Planting |
Programs
| • | American Beauties Native Plants® |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Porteranthus trifoliatus
Bowman's Root thrives best in moist, acid to neutral, humus rich soil, but is quite drought tolerant once established. It prefers shade in the hottest part of the day. Use as backround plant in perennial beds or in mass plantings to give full airy effect.