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Summer
Masterwort
Astrantia major
Family: Apiaceae
Green & Freshfaintclean
SeasonSummer
OriginCentral and eastern Europe
IntensityVery Faint
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Green & Fresh · Summer bloomer
Masterwort's intricate pincushion flowers surrounded by papery ruffled bracts in white, pink, and deep burgundy bring an air of antique botanical illustration to the summer border.
Symbolism & Meaning
courage, protection
In the Victorian language of flowers, masterwort means “Courage”.
Habitat & Environment
Central and eastern Europe
Masterwort is native to Central and eastern Europe.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameAstrantia major
- FamilyApiaceae
- Native ToCentral and eastern Europe
- Bloom SeasonSummer
- LifespanPerennial
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