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Indian Rhubarb

Also known as

Indian rhubarb, Umbrella plant and Darmera

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Darmera peltata

Genus

Darmera

Family

Saxifragaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Indian Rhubarb

💦 Water

How often to water your Indian Rhubarb

Indian Rhubarb 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 Indian Rhubarb in your home

Indian Rhubarb can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Indian Rhubarb

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Indian Rhubarb: 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 Indian Rhubarb after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

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

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💦 Water Needs

Indian Rhubarb 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.

Indian Rhubarb Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Indian Rhubarb can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing 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 🏡.

Indian Rhubarb Light Requirements →

Indian Rhubarb Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Indian Rhubarb is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Indian Rhubarb grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Indian Rhubarb Lifecycle →

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Indian Rhubarb can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Indian Rhubarb Temperature Tolerance →

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🍂 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 Indian Rhubarb, 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.