Uvularia perfoliata aka Straw Bell
Taxonomy
Uvularia perfoliata, also known as the perfoliate bellwort, is a rare perennial forb native to the eastern United States and Canada. This deciduous plant forms small colonies with wiry, erect to arching stems that can reach up to 50cm in height. Its oval, greyish-green leaves, which are approximately 10cm long, clasp the stems at their base. In late spring and early summer, the perfoliate bellwort produces pale yellow, bell-shaped flowers, with one flower per stem.
As a houseplant, the perfoliate bellwort requires regular watering to thrive. It thrives best in long-lasting, direct light and should be positioned less than 1 foot away from a window. Well-draining soil is recommended for this plant. Repotting is necessary each time the plant doubles in size, eliminating the need for additional fertilizers. Belonging to the Uvularia genus, this plant is native to Canada and the United States.
Common names
Straw Bell, Perfoliate Bellwort, Perfoliate Leaved BellwortHow to care for Straw Bell
Water
Straw Bell should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Straw Bell 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.
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.
Fertilizer
Repotting the Straw Bell should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Growth-pattern
New growth will sprout from the top of the Straw Bell as it grows vertically.
Region of origin
Straw Bell’s native range is Eastern N. America - Quebec to Ontario, south to Florida and Mississippi.
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