Lysimachia nummularia aka Creeping Jenny
Taxonomy
Lysimachia nummularia, also known as moneywort, creeping jenny, herb twopence, and twopenny grass, is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. This vining perennial, originally from Europe, is the perfect groundcover plant to add a radiant green shade to your garden. Its tiny, coin-shaped leaves make it a drought-resistant plant that will thrive in rocky or pond areas. Creeping Jenny is a low-maintenance plant that can become invasive, so it is best placed in a spot where you can control and tame its growth. It will trail over the ground, walls, or fences and can be too invasive in the surroundings if it trails outside your garden. This popular houseplant is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. It does best in long-lasting, direct light and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Common names
Creeping Jenny, Wandering Jenny, Running Jenny, Creeping CharlieHow to care for Creeping Jenny
Difficulty
With its straightforward care requirements, Creeping Jenny is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.
Water
Creeping Jenny should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Creeping Jenny 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 Creeping Jenny 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
Creeping Jenny is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.
Humidity
The Creeping Jenny does not demand additional humidity levels. Water is mostly absorbed by the roots of plants, rather than their leaves, and the best way to provide humidity to your plants is through watering the soil.
Fertilizer
Once the Creeping Jenny has doubled in size or after a year has passed, it should be moved to a new pot. By replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the vital nutrients, your plant will receive all the sustenance it needs, negating the requirement for fertilizer. It's important to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Region of origin
Creeping Jenny’s native range is Worldwide.
Flower
Yes, if you provide your Creeping Jenny with adequate sunlight and water, you can expect it to bloom.
More info:
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Lysimachia punctata Dotted Loosestrife
Lysimachia nemorum Yellow Pimpernel
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