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Amberbell

Also known as

dogtooth violet, trout-lily, yellow adder's-tongue, yellow trout lily, American trout lily and yellow dog's-tooth violet

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Erythronium americanum

Genus

Erythronium

Family

Liliaceae

Order

Liliales

How to care for Amberbell

💦 Water

How often to water your Amberbell

Amberbell 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 Amberbell in your home

Amberbell may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Amberbell

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

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Amberbell is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Amberbell →

Benefits of Growing Amberbell →

Common Amberbell Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Amberbell →

💦 Water Needs

Amberbell 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.

Amberbell Water Frequency →

Amberbell Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Amberbell may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Amberbell Light Requirements →

Amberbell Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Amberbell 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.

🪴 Soil

Amberbell 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 Pots for Amberbell →

When and How to Successfully Repot Amberbell →

What Are Healthy Amberbell Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Amberbell 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!

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

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

Amberbell Lifecycle →

Amberbell Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Amberbell →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Amberbell can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Amberbell Temperature Tolerance →

Amberbell Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Amberbell →

When to Plant Amberbell →

How to Plant Amberbell →

Where to Plant Amberbell →

Winter Care for Amberbell →

Best Companion Plants for Amberbell →

Is Amberbell a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

Amberbell can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

🍂 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 Amberbell, 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.