Paronychia polygonifolia
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Paronychia polygonifolia

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 5–9
Click count
8
Observations
32

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Paronychia polygonifolia is a sun-loving perennial herbaceous plant that originates from open habitats and is often found in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun conditions.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

Paronychia polygonifolia can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It does best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather and prolonged high temperatures can raise the chance of Paronychia polygonifolia dying. In winter, adequate protection from the cold can increase the plant’s survival rate.

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

Generally, a single spring application of fertilizer is sufficient for Paronychia polygonifolia, but repeated feedings can maximize growth. Feed once every month to a month and a half. Fertilization improves the appearance and function of the leaves, helping maintain even color and a healthy texture. It also encourages root growth and nutrient uptake for long-term plant health.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Paronychia
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
5 cm to 15 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Light Green, Gray
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Turkey, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Greece, Morocco, France

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