Water
Maintain consistently moist soil, especially during warmer months. Avoid waterlogging, but do not let the substrate dry out completely. Water more frequently in full sun and less in shade.
Reduce watering slightly in winter when growth slows.
Kings River monkeyflower (Erythranthe acutidens) is a small, showy wildflower native to California, forming dense mats of delicate flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade to full sun
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade. Can tolerate full sun if kept consistently moist.
Keep moist
75% intensity
Regular watering is essential, especially in active growth. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Loam, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Peaty loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Aquatic
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistently moist soil, especially during warmer months. Avoid waterlogging, but do not let the substrate dry out completely. Water more frequently in full sun and less in shade.
Reduce watering slightly in winter when growth slows.
Prune lightly after flowering to remove spent blooms and encourage a bushier habit. Cut back leggy stems to just above a leaf node to promote new growth.
This also helps maintain a tidy appearance and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Root cuttings in moist, well-draining potting mix. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in spring under glass or in a cold frame.
Division of established clumps is also effective.
Repot annually or biennially in spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat, perlite, and compost.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Kings River Monkeyflower (Erythranthe acutidens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Phrymaceae |
| Genus | Erythranthe |
| Species | Erythranthe acutidens |
Similar in genus Erythranthe
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
