Cardamine impatiens aka Narrow Leaf Bittercress

Taxonomy

Common names

Narrow Leaf Bittercress, Narrow Leaved Bitter Cress, Narrowleaf Bittercress

How to care for Narrow Leaf Bittercress

Water

Narrow Leaf Bittercress should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

If you're planting Narrow Leaf Bittercress, you need to make sure you use a potting soil that can retain moisture. While the soil should still be able to drain well, it should contain plenty of organic matter like coco coir or sphagnum moss to help it stay moist and nourish the roots of your plants. This is especially important since Narrowleaf Bittercress is especially sensitive to dry soil. You can also add other amendments, such as compost, to help retain moisture and provide extra nutrients to your plants. Be sure to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy, throughout the growing season. With the right soil and proper care, your Narrow Leaf Bittercress will thrive!

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Narrow Leaf Bittercress prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

Fertilizer

The Narrow Leaf Bittercress is known for its slow growth and doesn't require fertilizing beyond its potting soil. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should offer it sufficient nutrition. It's essential to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not from fertilizers.

Region of origin

Narrow Leaf Bittercress’s native range is Europe, including Britain, from Sweden to C. Spain, eastwards through Asia to Japan.


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