Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions, especially during cooler months.
Reduce watering frequency in winter.
Also known as Slender Wild Calamint
Slender Wild Basil (Clinopodium gracile) is a fragrant, low-growing herb with small, aromatic leaves, ideal for edging or groundcover in sunny, well-drained gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained, loamy, sandy
50% intensity
Average
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced 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 | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions, especially during cooler months.
Reduce watering frequency in winter.
Prune in early spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or weak stems.
Pinching back the tips of new shoots throughout the growing season will also promote a more compact and fuller appearance.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep humid and warm until roots develop.
Can also be grown from seed.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, with good drainage holes.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mixture with added perlite.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Clinopodium |
| Species | Clinopodium gracile |
Similar in genus Clinopodium
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