Eriophorum angustifolium aka Common Cotton Grass

Taxonomy

Common names

Common Cotton Grass, Common Cottongrass, Tall Cottongrass, Narrow Leaved Cottongrass

How to care for Common Cotton Grass

Difficulty

Caring for Common Cotton Grass is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Water

Common Cotton Grass should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Common Cotton Grass 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.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Common Cotton Grass 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

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Growth-pattern

Clumping is a defining characteristic of the Common Cotton Grass, with new growth appearing from the soil surrounding the primary plant.

Region of origin

Common Cotton Grass’s native range is Arctic and temperate regions of Europe, including Britain, to Siberia and N. America.


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