Plant Care λ°•μƒˆ

λ°•μƒˆ

Also known as

Veratrum alpestre, Veratrum patulum and Veratrum sikokianum

Taxonomy

Veratrum oxysepalum
Veratrum
Melanthiaceae
Liliales

How to care for λ°•μƒˆ

πŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your λ°•μƒˆ

Water needs for λ°•μƒˆ
0.5 cups
every 9

λ°•μƒˆ 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"
β˜€οΈ Light

Finding light for λ°•μƒˆ in your home

Light needs and placement for plant λ°•μƒˆ: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

λ°•μƒˆ may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves πŸƒ, 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 λ°•μƒˆ in your home 🏑.

πŸͺ΄ Nutrients

How to fertilize λ°•μƒˆ

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for λ°•μƒˆ: 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 λ°•μƒˆ after it doubles in size or once a yearβ€”whichever comes first.

πŸ’‘ FAQs
πŸ’¦ Water Needs

λ°•μƒˆ 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.


β˜€οΈ Sunlight Needs

λ°•μƒˆ may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves πŸƒ 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 🏑.


🐢 🐈 πŸ‘Ά Toxicity

λ°•μƒˆ 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. λ°•μƒˆ is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


πŸͺ΄ Soil

λ°•μƒˆ 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!


πŸ’© Fertilizer

λ°•μƒˆ should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
λ°•μƒˆ can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


πŸ‚ 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 λ°•μƒˆ, 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.


Care Summary for λ°•μƒˆ

λ°•μƒˆ


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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