Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage in pots.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Woodbridge Poison (Isotoma hypocrateriformis) is a small, herbaceous perennial native to Australia, featuring star-shaped white flowers and attractive foliage, often used
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts of the plant are toxic.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage in pots.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers to prevent seed formation and prolong blooming. Light pruning can be done after flowering.
Propagate from seed sown in spring, or from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings root best in a moist, well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Woodbridge Poison (Isotoma hypocrateriformis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Isotoma |
| Species | Isotoma hypocrateriformis |
Similar in genus Isotoma
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