Greater Cuckoo Flower (Cardamine Raphanifolia) 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 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine raphanifolia is a perennial herb native to Southern Europe, particularly from Southern France to Northern Spain, known for its spreading growth habit and preference for shady, damp woodland conditions.

Greater Cuckoo Flower

Greater Cuckoo Flower

Cardamine Raphanifolia

Cardamine raphanifolia is a perennial herb native to Southern Europe, particularly from Southern France to Northern Spain, known for its spreading growth habit and preference for shady, damp woodland conditions.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Greater Cuckoo Flower

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Repot
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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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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine
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