Bog Rhubarb

About Bog Rhubarb

Bog Rhubarb is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in moderate sunlight 🌤 and should be less than 6 feet from a window.

Bog Rhubarb belongs to the Petasites genus, and is native to Korea, China, and Japan.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Petasites japonicus

Genus

Petasites

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

Also known as

Japanese sweet coltsfoot, Butterbur, Giant butterbur, Great butterbur and Sweet-coltsfoot

How to care for Bog Rhubarb

💦 Water

How often to water your Bog Rhubarb

Bog 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 Bog Rhubarb in your home

Bog 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 Bog Rhubarb in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bog Rhubarb

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

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Bog Rhubarb 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!

💦 Water Needs

Bog 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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Bog 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Bog Rhubarb 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.