Botanico

Plant profile

Callitriche heteropoda

Callitriche heteropoda Engelm. ex Hegelm.

Callitriche heteropoda is an aquatic plant used outdoors, characterized by its elongated leaves and growth in wet environments.

Open-data facts

Life form
Life form: subshrub. Woody base and low stature.
Climate
Adapted to subtropical climates, without prolonged severe frosts.
Origin / area
The typical geographical origin is: NW. Venezuela, Ecuador to N. Argentina.

Basic care

Watering
Ease off a little if the room is cool or dim.
Light
If colour fades, it usually wants a bit more brightness.
Temperature
Keep off frost and icy draughts.
Humidity
Neither desert-dry nor a constantly steamy bath.

Pet toxicity

Not among the plants typically listed as pet-toxic.

Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).

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