Also known as Allied Lungwort · Common Lungwort · Pitta Rettala Mokka
Pulmonaria affinis, a spring-blooming perennial, features attractive spotted foliage and clusters of funnel-shaped flowers that change color from pink to blue as they mat
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in dappled shade or partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging.
Loam, Sandy, Clay
50% intensity
Hardy
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures but prefers cooler conditions; protect from extreme heat.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from light feeding in spring; avoid over-fertilizing.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Water more frequently in warmer weather and when the plant is in bloom.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and to maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any yellowed or damaged leaves as they appear.
After flowering, you can cut back the foliage to the ground to promote fresh growth and prevent self-seeding if desired.
Pulmonaria affinis can be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Gently dig up the plant, separate the rhizomes into smaller sections, ensuring each section has roots and at least one bud, and replant immediately.
Repotting is generally only necessary for container-grown plants, typically every 2-3 years. Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in early spring before new growth emerges, using a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Pulmonaria Affinis (Pulmonaria affinis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Pulmonaria |
| Species | Pulmonaria affinis |
Similar in genus Pulmonaria
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