Broad-leaved Toothwort (Cardamine Diphylla) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine diphylla is a perennial woodland wildflower native to eastern North America, known for its paired broad leaves and clusters of white flowers in spring.

Broad-leaved Toothwort

Broad-leaved Toothwort

Cardamine Diphylla

Cardamine diphylla is a perennial woodland wildflower native to eastern North America, known for its paired broad leaves and clusters of white flowers in spring.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, early spring interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Broad-leaved Toothwort

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Broad-leaved Toothwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine