: Historically, Astrantia and its relatives were used in folk medicine for purported anti-inflammatory properties.
: The plant produces clusters of tiny flowers surrounded by a "collar" of papery, star-shaped bracts. Colors range from creamy white and silvery-green to deep crimson and rosy pink.
: While Astrantia is the most common "Masterwort" today, the name has historically been used for other plants like Peucedanum ostruthium (Great Masterwort) and Aegopodium podagraria (Wild Masterwort). masterwort
: Known for adding "airy movement" and a romantic feel, it is a popular cut flower used extensively in bridal bouquets and professional floral arrangements.
: It belongs to the Apiaceae (carrot or parsley) family. : Historically, Astrantia and its relatives were used
: You may also hear it called Hattie's Pincushion or Melancholy Gentleman .
: It features textured, deeply lobed, palm-shaped leaves that often form a dense basal mound. Gardening and Usage : While Astrantia is the most common "Masterwort"
: Masterwort thrives in dappled shade and moisture-retentive soil, such as clay. It is a long-lived perennial that can tolerate a variety of garden positions provided the soil doesn't dry out completely.