Water
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. In hotter weather, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Also known as Pidosnic · Small Honeywort · Waxflower
Lesser Honeywort (Cerinthe minor) is a charming annual with nodding, tubular, creamy-yellow to purplish flowers. It adds unique texture and early season interest to borde
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C) during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feeding during the growing season. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. In hotter weather, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Pruning is generally not required for Cerinthe minor. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed. Pinching back young plants can encourage bushier growth. Deadheading spent flowers can prevent self-seeding if desired.
Cerinthe minor is easily propagated by seeds sown directly outdoors in autumn or early spring. Seeds can also be started indoors a few weeks before the last frost. It may also self-seed readily in the garden.
Repot young plants if they become root-bound, typically in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix. Mature plants generally do not require frequent repotting and prefer to be left undisturbed once established.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Photos of Lesser Honeywort (Cerinthe minor)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Cerinthe |
| Species | Cerinthe minor |
Similar in genus Cerinthe
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