toothed American cowslip
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A herbaceous perennial forming a clump of toothed, oval leaves, with nodding white flowers 2cm in length in terminal umbels on stems to 30cm in height in late spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- toothed American cowslip (Dodecatheon dentatum)
- Genus
- Dodecatheon
- Family
- Primulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of toothed American cowslip
Distribution map
Western North America
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of toothed American cowslip
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toothed American cowslip care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in pots in an open frame as soon as seed is ripe; seed needs exposure to cold before it will germinate or propagate by division in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in a moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Suitable for woodland or rock garden
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
May be damaged by slugs and snails
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