Spring Ephemerals (the first wildflowers in spring) are very important for our native pollinators, as they are one of the first available nectar sources when bees, butterflies, and other pollinators come out of winter hiding. You can look for these two native bleeding hearts: Dutchman’s Breeches ( Dicentra cuccularia – photo on right) and Squirrel Corn ( Dicentra canadensis) first thing in the Spring. In Northeast Ohio, we have our very own native cousins of the showy Asian Bleeding Heart. It is said that the first bleeding heart plant grew at that moment, showcasing his bleeding heart as a reminder of his tragical romance and unrequited love.Įven with such a sad legend, you must admit that the plant is a beauty with several colors and varieties that can be found. Overcome with sadness, the man plunged a knife (anther) into his heart. She laughed in his face and replied she could never love a penniless man. After accepting the gift he asked if she loved him. She gladly took the gift but told him that she did not love him.Īlas, he decided to spend the rest of his money on a beautiful pair of earrings (two stamens) thinking she would alas realize his love for her. Next he offered her a pair of lovely shoes (inner two petals). She took the gift but told him she did not love him. ![]() ![]() He wanted to convince her of his love, so he first bought her a pair of white rabbits (outer two petals flipped on side). Once upon a time, there was a man who fell in love with a beautiful, selfish princess. There are many variations of the legend but when you dissect the flower apart, you can see hints of how the story goes. It is a beautiful plant originally from Asia with a tragic love story behind it. As Valentine’s Day comes and goes, one can’t help but be reminded of the Bleeding Heart plant ( Lamprocapnos spectabilis).
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