Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Bigleaf Hydrangia |
| MainColor | Violet |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | July |
| ImageUrl | Hydrangea-004 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Hambleton Hall |
| Human Toxicity |  Highly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
A hardy, deciduous hydrangea with large, velvety leaves and striking lacecap flower clusters in white and lilac. Often grown as a specimen shrub.
Distribution
Native to China; cultivated in the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Primarily ornamental.
Edibility
Not edible.
Human Toxicity
As with other hydrangeas, toxic if eaten. Contains cyanogenic glycosides.
Pet Toxicity
Toxic – ingestion hazardous to cats, dogs, and horses.
Active Compounds
Hydrangin and related glycosides.