Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Sarcocapnos enneaphylla prefers consistently moist but well-draining conditions.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Also known as Nine-Leaved Sarcocapnos
Sarcocapnos enneaphylla is a mat-forming perennial with delicate white to pinkish flowers, native to the Mediterranean. It thrives in rocky, well-drained conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Protect from intense direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-drained, gritty
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, ideally between 15-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme cold.
Light
25% intensity
Feed with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Sarcocapnos enneaphylla prefers consistently moist but well-draining conditions.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or leggy stems. Regular light pruning will help keep the plant tidy and promote more blooms throughout its flowering period.
Sarcocapnos enneaphylla can be propagated by stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix, keeping them consistently moist and in a warm, bright location until established.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend for alpine plants or succulents. Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Sarcocapnos |
| Species | Sarcocapnos enneaphylla |
Similar in genus Sarcocapnos
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