Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Bigleaf Hydrangea |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | July |
| ImageUrl | Hydrangea-008 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Wells |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Bigleaf Hydrangea is a deciduous shrub known for its large, showy flower heads that can be blue, pink, or white depending on soil pH. The leaves are broad, glossy, and serrated, adding to its ornamental appeal.
Distribution
Native to Japan, it is widely cultivated in temperate regions around the world, including Europe and North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - contains compounds that can cause illness if ingested.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to vomiting, lethargy, and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Hydrangin, saponins, cyanogenic glycosides.