Dutchman's Breeches
Dicentra cucullaria
Dicentra cucullaria, Dutchman's britches, or Dutchman's breeches, is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to rich woods of eastern North America, with a disjunct population in the Columbia Basin. The common name Dutchman's breeches derives from their white flowers that look like white breeches.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Dicentra cucullaria |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Height | 6-10 in |
| Bloom time | Apr-May |
| Sun | Part shade to shade |
| Moisture | Mesic |
| Soil | Rich loam |
| Wildlife value | Spring ephemeral; pollinated by queen bumble bees; ant-dispersed seed |
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