Dissected Toothwort (Cardamine Dissecta) 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 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine dissecta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern and southeastern United States, known for its finely divided leaves and small white flowers.

Dissected Toothwort

Dissected Toothwort

Cardamine Dissecta

Cardamine dissecta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern and southeastern United States, known for its finely divided leaves and small white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, early spring nectar source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dissected 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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine