Alchemilla subcrenata — a medium houseplant, prefers partial sun light
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Alchemilla subcrenata

Alchemilla Subcrenata

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Alchemilla subcrenata is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Rosaceae.Its native range is Europe to Kamchatka.

A note from PlantMom

Broadtooth lady's mantle is fairly disease-resistant and generally does not tend to develop many illnesses. That said, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment, though such problems are typically mild. Regarding care, the plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a neat appearance and encourage healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help increase flowering. Broadtooth lady's mantle is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive plant-care experience. It may call for more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Alchemilla Subcrenata.

Light

Broadtooth lady's mantle is native to habitats like forest understories or rocky sites, where it is found in natural shade. It favors partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, showing its versatile and hardy character.

Temperature

Broadtooth lady's mantle can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, though its presence may still be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It does best in warm summers with enough rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high heat can raise the chance of Broadtooth lady's mantle dying. In winter, shielding the plant from cold can increase its survival rate.

Fertilizer

Typically a single fertilizer application in spring is adequate for Broadtooth lady's mantle, though repeated feedings can maximize growth. Apply fertilizer about every month to month and a half. Fertilization improves the leaves' appearance and function, helping maintain even color and a healthy texture. It also encourages root development and better nutrient uptake for long-term plant health.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Alchemilla
Family
Rosaceae
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Native Area
Austria, Sweden, Slovakia, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, Belarus, Russia, Germany, Estonia, Romania, Latvia, France, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Poland, Ukraine, Serbia, Lithuania, Norway, Italy, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, United Kingdom, Hungary
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Broadtooth lady's mantle en Round-toothed lady's-mantle en Broad-toothed lady's-mantle en Large-toothed lady's-mantle
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