Astilbe
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Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis
Astilbes are beautiful flowers that come in many colors like pink, red, and white. They grow in clusters and add a lovely touch to gardens and shady spots.
Habitat: Gardens, Shade
Appearance
The Astilbe has stunning feathery plumes that burst with hundreds of tiny, star-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, white, or purple. Its lush, fern-like foliage provides a beautiful contrast, often with bronze or reddish hues.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilySaxifragaceaeGenusAstilbe
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Astilbe's feathery plumes are actually hundreds of tiny, star-shaped flowers!
Its name means 'without glitter' because each individual flower is so small!
Some Astilbe varieties can even grow happily with their roots right in shallow water!
These beautiful plants are members of the same family as the delicate Saxifrage flowers!
Special abilities
Ability
Shade Dweller
Astilbe can grow well in shady spots, allowing it to thrive where many sun-loving plants struggle to survive.
Ability
Moisture Magnet
Astilbe has roots that love consistently moist soil, helping it stay hydrated in damp garden areas.
Ability
Deer Deterrent
Astilbe has foliage that deer usually avoid, helping it stay protected from hungry browsers.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 30-90 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
visits flowers for nectar
pollinates
Red Admiral butterfly
Vanessa atalanta
sips nectar from blooms
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Chinese AstilbeFalse Spiraea
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy the beauty of Astilbes from a safe distance and avoid touching or picking them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Astilbe?
30-100 cm
How wide does Astilbe spread?
30-90 cm
When does Astilbe bloom?
Summer
Is Astilbe edible?
No
Is Astilbe toxic?
None
What is Astilbe's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Astilbe pollinated?
Insect
Where is Astilbe usually found?
Gardens, Shade
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