Water
Keep soil consistently moist, as American Golden Saxifrage thrives in damp conditions. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as American Golden-Saxifrage · American Watermat · Water-Carpet
Chrysosplenium americanum, the American Golden Saxifrage, is a low-growing herbaceous perennial native to moist woodlands and stream banks in eastern North America.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in shady to partially shaded locations; direct sun can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil; avoid drying out.
Moist, humus-rich
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures, ideally between 15-21°C during the growing season.
Low Feed
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; a diluted balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep soil consistently moist, as American Golden Saxifrage thrives in damp conditions. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, which can lead to root rot.
Pruning is primarily for tidiness. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems as needed to maintain a compact appearance. Light trimming can encourage fuller growth. Prune after flowering to maintain shape.
Propagate American Golden Saxifrage by division or stem cuttings. Division is best done in early spring or fall when the plant is dormant. Stem cuttings can be taken during the growing season and rooted in moist soil.
Repot this perennial every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth begins, ensuring the roots are healthy.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Genus | Chrysosplenium |
| Species | Chrysosplenium americanum |
Similar in genus Chrysosplenium
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