Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Bleeding Heart |
| Also Known As | Lady-in-a-Bath |
| Scientific Name | Lamprocapnos spectabilis |
| Main Color | White |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Apr - Jun |
| Image | Lamprocapnos-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Kings Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
A herbaceous perennial prized for its delicate, arching stems adorned with heart-shaped pink and white flowers in late spring and early summer. Prefers shaded, moist garden borders and is often used in cottage gardens for its romantic, ornamental appeal.
Distribution
Native to Siberia, northern China, Korea, and Japan. Widely grown as an ornamental plant in the UK but not naturalised.
Medicinal/Other Uses
No significant medicinal uses; valued purely for ornamental purposes.
Edibility
Not edible – all parts of the plant are poisonous.
Human Toxicity
Highly_Toxic
Contains isoquinoline alkaloids that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, and breathing difficulties if ingested by humans or pets.
Pet Toxicity
Highly toxic – ingestion by cats or dogs may be life-threatening.
Active Compounds
Isoquinoline alkaloids.