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Common Hound's-Tongue

Also known as

Houndstongue, Houndstooth, Dog's tongue, Gypsy flower and Rats and mice

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cynoglossum officinale

Genus

Cynoglossum

Family

Boraginaceae

Order

Boraginales

How to care for Common Hound's-Tongue

💦 Water

How often to water your Common Hound's-Tongue

Common Hound's-Tongue 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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Common Hound's-Tongue in your home

Common Hound's-Tongue love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Common Hound's-Tongue does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Common Hound's-Tongue in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Common Hound's-Tongue

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Common Hound's-Tongue: 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 Common Hound's-Tongue after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Common Hound's-Tongue 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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Common Hound's-Tongue 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

Common Hound's-Tongue 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!

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Common Hound's-Tongue can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.