Overview
Adlumia fungosa is a plant with a climbing habit in the genus Adlumia, part of the Papaveraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Adlumia fungosa grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, climber and wall shrubs and wall side borders.
About
Adlumia fungosa is a species in the Papaveraceae that is commonly known as the Allegheny vine, climbing fumitory, or mountain fringe. It is a herbaceous, creeping, flowering plant and is closely related to the Fumitory genus, Fumaria.
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About the genus
Adlumia is a genus of two species in the family Papaveraceae. The genus name derives from John Adlum (1759–1836), a surveyor, associate judge, plantsman and agriculturist who ran an 80 hectares experimental farm in Georgetown, Washington, D.C. The genus was first described and published in Syst.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adlumia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Adlumia fungosa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Climber and wall shrubs, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adlumia fungosa
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adlumia fungosa?
Adlumia fungosa prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adlumia fungosa need?
Adlumia fungosa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Adlumia fungosa hardy in the UK?
Adlumia fungosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Adlumia fungosa?
Seed.
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