Erythranthe tilingii
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Erythranthe tilingii

Subalpine monkey-flower · Tiling's monkeyflower · Mountain monkeyflower

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 7–10
Click count
1
Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Erythranthe tilingii is a species of monkeyflower known by the common name Tiling's monkeyflower. It was formerly known as Mimulus tilingii.

Care Guide

💧 Water

Tiling's monkeyflower thrives in consistently moist environments, preferring weekly watering but can tolerate brief periods of dryness. It is well-suited for outdoor cultivation, and its growth peaks with increased rainfall, reflecting its adaptation to native streamside habitats.

☀️ Light Partial sun

The monkeyflower of Tiling is indigenous to surroundings like understory forests or rocky terrains where it gets natural shade. It primarily favours partially sunny conditions, however, it is flexible and robust enough to adjust to full sunlight or complete shaded environments.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C
Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

Typically, a one-time application of fertilizer in the spring should be enough for the Tiling's monkeyflower, however, for optimal growth, feeding it numerous times may help. People should feed it roughly every four to six weeks. Improving the visual appeal and performance of the leaves, fertilization leads to a steady color and a robust texture. Besides, it encourages the growth of the roots and the absorption of nutrients, contributing to the plant's health in the long run.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Tiling's monkeyflower flourishes in moist environments and displays vibrant blossoms. For healthy growth, lightly prune the plant from early to late spring. Remove spent blooms to encourage bushiness. Avoid heavy pruning to preserve its delicate structure, improve air circulation, and reduce the risk of disease.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Erythranthe
Family
Phrymaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
5 cm to 20 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Yellow, Gold
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 4.06 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Summer, Autumn, Winter
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall

Tags (5)

Common Names (3)

en Subalpine monkey-flower
en Tiling's monkeyflower
en Mountain monkeyflower