Clustered Mountain Mint Plant Care
Pheidonocarpa corymbosa (Sw.) L.E.Skog
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This plant's glossy, lance-shaped leaves are a standout feature, originating from the tropical regions of Central and South America. Plant collectors are drawn to Pheidonocarpa corymbosa for its unique foliage and striking appearance in indoor gardens and terrariums.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
60–80°F
40–60%
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How do you care for Clustered Mountain Mint?
Water Clustered Mountain Mint every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
What Is the Clustered Mountain Mint?
Clustered Mountain Mint (Pheidonocarpa corymbosa) belongs to the Gesneriaceae family within the Pheidonocarpa genus. Clustered Mountain Mint is native to Cuba and Jamaica. Clustered Mountain Mint is also known as Pycnanthemum corymbosum.
Clustered Mountain Mint displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Clustered Mountain Mint produces tubular flowers in shades of red, orange, or yellow.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Clustered Mountain Mint?
Pheidonocarpa corymbosa requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Clustered Mountain Mint Need?
Clustered Mountain Mint thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Clustered Mountain Mint in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Clustered Mountain Mint Prefer?
Pheidonocarpa corymbosa grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Clustered Mountain Mint prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Clustered Mountain Mint?
Well-draining, humus-rich soil with added perlite for extra drainage. Good drainage is essential for Clustered Mountain Mint to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Clustered Mountain Mint?
Feed Clustered Mountain Mint every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Clustered Mountain Mint?
Repot every 1-2 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 Clustered Mountain Mint?
Clustered Mountain Mint can be propagated through leaf cuttings, division, seeds.
Is the Clustered Mountain Mint Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Clustered Mountain Mint, 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.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Clustered Mountain Mint?
Clustered Mountain Mint is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Clustered Mountain Mint Need?
Clustered Mountain Mint grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Clustered Mountain Mint is native to Cuba and Jamaica. In cooler regions, grow Clustered Mountain Mint as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Clustered Mountain Mint 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 Pheidonocarpa genus — compare its care with other Pheidonocarpa species on PlantoScan.
Pheidonocarpa is part of the Gesneriaceae plant family — browse all Gesneriaceae genera and species.
Clustered Mountain Mint thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Pheidonocarpa corymbosa (Sw.) L.E.Skog, family Gesneriaceae (first published in Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 29: 40 (1976)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Clustered Mountain Mint, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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