Symphytum tuberosum aka Tuberous Comfrey
Taxonomy
Common names
Tuberous Comfrey, Ttneas, Uti GavezHow to care for Tuberous Comfrey
Difficulty
If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Tuberous Comfrey is a great choice to test your gardening skills.
Water
Tuberous Comfrey should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Tuberous Comfrey 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 Tuberous Comfrey 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.
Dormancy
During the cold period, it is common for Tuberous Comfrey to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.
Region of origin
Tuberous Comfrey’s native range is Europe, including Britain, south and east from Germany to Spain, S.w.Russia and Turkey.
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More Species in Symphytum Genus

Symphytum officinale Common Comfrey

Symphytum orientale White Comfrey

Symphytum uplandicum Russian Comfrey
Symphytum tauricum Crimean Comfrey

Symphytum asperum Rough Comfrey
Symphytum hidcotense Hidcote Comfrey

Symphytum tuberosum Tuberous Comfrey
