Plant Care Russischer Natternkopf

Russischer Natternkopf

Also known as

sinyak krasny

Taxonomy

Pontechium maculatum
Pontechium
Boraginaceae
Boraginales

How to care for Russischer Natternkopf

💦 Water

How often to water your Russischer Natternkopf

Water needs for Russischer Natternkopf
0.5 cups
every 9

Russischer Natternkopf 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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Russischer Natternkopf in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Russischer Natternkopf: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Russischer Natternkopf 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 Russischer Natternkopf in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Russischer Natternkopf

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

💡 FAQs
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Russischer Natternkopf 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. Russischer Natternkopf is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Russischer Natternkopf can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. 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.


Care Summary for Russischer Natternkopf

Russischer Natternkopf


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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