$13.77
Cardamine concatenata
Cutleaf Toothwort
Cardamine concatenata
Limited Quantities
A charming native spring ephemeral, Cutleaf Toothwort emerges early in the season with finely divided, tooth-like leaves that give the plant its distinctive appearance. Clusters of delicate white to pale pink flowers bloom atop slender stems in early to mid-spring, adding subtle beauty to woodland floors before the canopy closes.
This species spreads slowly by rhizomes, forming small colonies in rich, undisturbed forests. Like many spring ephemerals, it completes its life cycle quickly, going dormant by early summer. The underground rhizomes have a mild peppery flavor and were historically used as a seasoning, similar to cress.
Cutleaf Toothwort is an important component of healthy deciduous forest ecosystems and pairs beautifully with other early spring wildflowers.
Growing Conditions
Height: 6–12 in
Spread: Slowly spreading by rhizomes
Light: Part shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained woodland soils high in organic matter
Hardiness: Zone 3–7
Growth Rate: Slow
Prefers undisturbed forest soils
Goes dormant by early summer
Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded understories, and naturalized forest plantings
Ecological Value
Early nectar source for native pollinators
Supports biodiversity in forest floor ecosystems
Contributes to seasonal nutrient cycling
Sensitive to disturbance, indicating high-quality woodland habitat
Larval Host Plant For
West Virginia white butterfly
Companion Species
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis)
Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum)
Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica)
Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense)
Dutchman’s Breeches (Dicentra cucullaria)
Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica)
Foamflower (Tiarella stolonifera)
Planting to Protect
Restoring to Thrive
Origin Native Plants
3.5 inch Pots
11 in stock
