Pseudodictamnus undulatus Plant Care
Pseudodictamnus undulatus (Benth.) Salmaki & Siadati
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Pseudodictamnus undulatus, commonly known as common ballota or horehound, is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to the Mediterranean region including Egypt, Israel and Jordan. It is a compact, evergreen subshrub with a woody base, many hairy wiry stems, simple opposite leaves with toothed margins, and whorls of white flowers with funnel-shaped calyxes.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Water Pseudodictamnus undulatus every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Pseudodictamnus undulatus Native To?
What Is the Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus (Pseudodictamnus undulatus) belongs to the Lamiaceae family within the Pseudodictamnus genus. Pseudodictamnus undulatus is native to the Mediterranean region including Egypt, Israel and Jordan.
Pseudodictamnus undulatus displays a low mounding perennial growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Pseudodictamnus undulatus produces small clusters of purple tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus requires watering every 7–10 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 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Pseudodictamnus undulatus Need?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Pseudodictamnus undulatus Prefer?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Pseudodictamnus undulatus prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Pseudodictamnus undulatus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Feed Pseudodictamnus undulatus every 6 months 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 6 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
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 Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to shrubby dittany plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Pseudodictamnus undulatus Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Pseudodictamnus undulatus, 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 Pseudodictamnus undulatus?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. 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 Pseudodictamnus undulatus Need?
Pseudodictamnus undulatus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Pseudodictamnus undulatus is native to the Mediterranean region including Egypt, Israel and Jordan. In cooler regions, grow Pseudodictamnus undulatus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
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Pseudodictamnus undulatus 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 Pseudodictamnus genus (family Lamiaceae) — search all Pseudodictamnus species in the plant lookup.
Pseudodictamnus undulatus thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Pseudodictamnus undulatus (Benth.) Salmaki & Siadati, family Lamiaceae (first published in Taxon 67: 780 (2018)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Pseudodictamnus undulatus, 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 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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