Nothochelone nemorosa Plant Care
Nothochelone nemorosa (Douglas ex Lindl.) Straw
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Nothochelone is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the plantain family containing the single species Nothochelone nemorosa, which is known by the common name woodland beardtongue. Originally described as Penstemon nemorosus, the plant is very similar in appearance to the penstemons, but was placed into its own genus on the basis of slight morphological differences, such as winged seeds.
Partial to full shade
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How do you care for Nothochelone nemorosa?
Nothochelone nemorosa grows best in partial to full shade.
What Is the Nothochelone nemorosa?
Nothochelone nemorosa (Nothochelone nemorosa) belongs to the Plantaginaceae family within the Nothochelone genus.
Nothochelone nemorosa displays a low rosette, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Nothochelone nemorosa produces small tubular flowers in shades of purple or white.
What Light Does the Nothochelone nemorosa Need?
Nothochelone nemorosa thrives in partial to full shade. Avoid placing Nothochelone nemorosa in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Partial to full shade
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Nothochelone nemorosa?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Nothochelone nemorosa to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Nothochelone nemorosa?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Nothochelone nemorosa?
Nothochelone nemorosa can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps.
Is the Nothochelone nemorosa Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Nothochelone nemorosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
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What Pests and Diseases Affect the Nothochelone nemorosa?
Nothochelone nemorosa is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leafhoppers. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
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Nothochelone nemorosa is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Nothochelone genus — compare its care with other Nothochelone species on PlantoScan.
Nothochelone is part of the Plantaginaceae plant family — browse all Plantaginaceae genera and species.
Nothochelone nemorosa copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Nothochelone nemorosa (Douglas ex Lindl.) Straw, family Plantaginaceae (first published in Brittonia 18: 85 (1966)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Nothochelone nemorosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
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