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    Asarum arifolium var. ruthii

    Wild Ginger

    This plant is not currently for sale. This is an archive page preserved for informational use.

    Shop Available Asarum

    Item #: 431

    Zones: 5a to 9b

    Dormancy: Evergreen

    Height: 6" tall

    Culture: Part Sun to Shade

    Origin: United States

    Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)


    A. arifolium is our widely distributed native East Coast, evergreen species of wild ginger. The triangular-shaped leaves of green with dull silver markings emit a wonderful aroma of anise when crushed. They are best used in woodland gardens, where they quickly make nice evergreen clumps. In early spring, peek under the leaves and see the bizarre, dark purple flowers... sort of hortisexual voyeurism!