Claytonia exigua aka Pale Spring Beauty

Taxonomy ID: 13237

Common names

Pale Spring Beauty, Serpentine Springbeauty, Pale Claytonia

More information about Pale Spring Beauty

What is the growth pattern and size of Pale Spring Beauty?

Pale Spring Beauty grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

What is the region of origin of Pale Spring Beauty

Pale Spring Beauty’s native range is Western N. America - British Columbia southwards.

What are the water needs for Pale Spring Beauty

Pale Spring Beauty should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Pale Spring Beauty

Pale Spring Beauty loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Pale Spring Beauty

To ensure optimal growth, the Pale Spring Beauty 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.

How to fertilize Pale Spring Beauty

The Pale Spring Beauty should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Is Pale Spring Beauty toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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