Nine-leaved Toothwort (Cardamine Enneaphyllos) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with moderate 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 enneaphyllos is a perennial flowering plant native to Central and Southeastern Europe, known for its distinctive nine-part divided leaves and delicate flowers.

Nine-leaved Toothwort

Nine-leaved Toothwort

Cardamine Enneaphyllos

Cardamine enneaphyllos is a perennial flowering plant native to Central and Southeastern Europe, known for its distinctive nine-part divided leaves and delicate flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
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, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, shade garden interest, early spring flowering

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nine-leaved Toothwort

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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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Nine-leaved Toothwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine