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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light to partial shade; tolerates full sun in cool, northern climates
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil is completely dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; prefers cool to temperate conditions; avoid prolonged heat above 32°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Round to heart-shaped, 1–3 cm wide, with finely toothed margins; foliage ranges from bright green to bronze-purple
- Flower: Tiny, bell-shaped blooms in white to pale pink, borne on slender, wiry 20–30 cm tall stalks
- Stem: Clumping basal foliage rosettes; thin, upright flowering stems with no leaves
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed every 4 weeks. Use diluted, low-nitrogen feed to avoid foliage burn
Banana peel tea：Soak chopped banana peels in water for 3 days, dilute 1:20 for root drench; discard solid peels to prevent pest attractionPruning
- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to maintain tidy growth
- Trim browned or damaged foliage in early spring to refresh rosettes
- Divide overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years in early spring to improve vigor
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover, rock garden plant, and container foliage
