Plant Care Canadian Snakeroot

Canadian Snakeroot

Also known as

Canada wild ginger and Broad-leaved asarabacca

Taxonomy

Asarum canadense
Asarum
Aristolochiaceae
Piperales

How to care for Canadian Snakeroot

💦 Water

How often to water your Canadian Snakeroot

Water needs for Canadian Snakeroot
0.5 cups
every 9

Canadian Snakeroot needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Canadian Snakeroot in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Canadian Snakeroot: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Canadian Snakeroot love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Canadian Snakeroot does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Canadian Snakeroot in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Canadian Snakeroot

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Canadian Snakeroot: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Canadian Snakeroot after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Canadian Snakeroot is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Canadian Snakeroot →

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💦 Water Needs

Canadian Snakeroot prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Canadian Snakeroot Water Frequency →

Canadian Snakeroot Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Canadian Snakeroot requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Canadian Snakeroot Light Requirements →

Canadian Snakeroot Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Canadian Snakeroot is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Canadian Snakeroot is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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🪴 Soil

Canadian Snakeroot does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Canadian Snakeroot →

Best Pots for Canadian Snakeroot →

When and How to Successfully Repot Canadian Snakeroot →

What Are Healthy Canadian Snakeroot Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Canadian Snakeroot grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Canadian Snakeroot →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Canadian Snakeroot grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Canadian Snakeroot Lifecycle →

Canadian Snakeroot Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Canadian Snakeroot →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Canadian Snakeroot, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Canadian Snakeroot

Canadian Snakeroot


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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