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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Dappled shade to partial sun; avoid intense midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; prefers damp, humus-rich growing conditions
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; tolerates cool, moist climates; avoid prolonged temperatures above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Heart-shaped, glossy green, arranged in a basal rosette
- Flower: Pale to bright yellow five-petaled blooms with subtle purple veins near the petal base
- Stem: Slender, upright flowering stems rise 10–20 cm above the foliage rosette
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture; apply mulch to retain dampness
Fertilization
Diluted organic feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen organic feed to prioritize flowering over foliage
Banana peel tea：Soak chopped banana peels in water for 3 days; dilute 1:10 for root drench to support bloom production without over-fertilizingPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering through early summer
- Trim back yellowing foliage in late summer to tidy clumps and prevent fungal growth
- Divide overcrowded clumps in early spring to promote healthy growth and spread
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; edible flowers may be used in small culinary quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Native pollinator support; low-growing ground cover for shaded damp gardens
