Plant Care Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Chinese Forget-Me-Not

4.5 out of 5 (6 experiences)

Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate

About Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Chinese Forget-Me-Not is a popular houseplant šŸŒæ that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ā˜€ļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Plant parents describe this plant as a fast grower and easy to propagate with a whopping 233 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!šŸŒŸ

Chinese Forget-Me-Not likes soil that is well draining.

Chinese Forget-Me-Not belongs to the Cynoglossum genus, and is native to Central Nepal to Central China.

āš ļø Chinese Forget-Me-Not 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. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Cynoglossum amabile
Cynoglossum
Boraginaceae
Boraginales

Also known as

Chinese hound's tongue

How to care for Chinese Forget-Me-Not

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Water needs for Chinese Forget-Me-Not
0.5 cups
every 9

Chinese Forget-Me-Not needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnā€™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.

Calculate water needs of Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Chinese Forget-Me-Not in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Chinese Forget-Me-Not: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Chinese Forget-Me-Not love being close to bright, sunny windows šŸ˜Ž.

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

Chinese Forget-Me-Not does not tolerate low-light šŸš«.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Chinese Forget-Me-Not in your home šŸ”.

šŸŖ“ Nutrients

How to fertilize Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Chinese Forget-Me-Not: 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 itā€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chinese Forget-Me-Not after it doubles in size or once a yearā€”whichever comes first.

šŸ’” FAQs
ā­ Difficulty Level

Chinese Forget-Me-Not is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Chinese Forget-Me-Not →

Benefits of Growing Chinese Forget-Me-Not →

Common Chinese Forget-Me-Not Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Chinese Forget-Me-Not →


šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 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.

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Water Frequency →

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Root Rot →


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Chinese Forget-Me-Not requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŸ’Ŗ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Light Requirements →

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


šŸ¶ šŸˆ šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 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. Chinese Forget-Me-Not is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Chinese Forget-Me-Not Edible? →

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Toxicity to Cats →

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Toxicity to Dogs →

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Toxicity to Humans →


šŸŖ“ Soil

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 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 Chinese Forget-Me-Not →

Best Pots for Chinese Forget-Me-Not →

When and How to Successfully Repot Chinese Forget-Me-Not →

What Are Healthy Chinese Forget-Me-Not Roots →


šŸŒ¦ļø Growing Outdoors
šŸ‚ Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves arenā€™t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plantā€™s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, itā€™s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Chinese Forget-Me-Not, 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!


šŸ§ 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 Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Chinese Forget-Me-Not


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 5
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 2
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 2
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 2
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 1
Chinese Forget-Me-Not has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily 1
@GraceC avatar
@@GraceC
leaf-1 14 Plants
xp 1,572 XP
08/13/2021

I was surprised at how fast she started growing! Mine isnā€™t blooming yet, but we have stems and some flower pods! Iā€™m excited to see how she does!

Fast grower Fast grower
Hannah avatar
@Hannah
leaf-1 5 Plants
xp 111 XP
globe Fort Worth, TX
08/05/2021

Grew very easy and fast! If you get it in a tiny pot you will have to move it to a bigger pot once it grows a few inches!

Fast grower Fast grower
@Shelbybobelby avatar
@@Shelbybobelby
leaf-1 8 Plants
xp 1,579 XP
globe Louisville, KY
04/27/2021

Keep them moist but not swimming in water! They love the sun, so direct to slightly shaded (placing them facing south or east is best!). Keep them at roughly around 70 degrees because they are spring to summer plants.

Iā€™m growing them inside for now but they do increase pollinators so I plan to transfer them outside when they are big enough! I started these from seeds and germinated them into seedlings.

Fast grower Fast grower
Blooms easily Blooms easily

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