Wild bleedingheart, also known as fringed bleedingheart is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States and currently endangered in Pennsylvania.  It has delicate, fern-like leaves (basal as in other plants in the genus) and charming, heart-shaped pink flowers with fringed edges. Leaves and flowering stalk arise from a scaly rhizome without tubers as in D. canadensis and D. cucullaria.

The flowers bloom from late spring to mid-summer, often attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The plant thrives in shaded, woodland environments with well-drained, moist soils. Its compact size and ornamental appeal make it a popular choice for gardens and naturalized areas.