Helleborus niger
Black Hellebore, Christmas Rose
Also known as: Helleborus altifolius Steud.
- Helleborus altifolius Steud.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Ranunculaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Helleborus niger (commonly known as Black hellebore or Christmas Rose) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Naturally occurring in Europe, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Middle Europe, Southeastern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Austria, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Yugoslavia
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Czechoslovakia, France, New York, Sweden
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms