Alpine Enchanter's Nightshade (Circaea Alpina) is a perennial herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A delicate perennial herb found in cool, moist forest understories and swampy areas, often growing on mossy rocks and logs.

Alpine Enchanter's Nightshade

Alpine Enchanter's Nightshade

Circaea Alpina

A delicate perennial herb found in cool, moist forest understories and swampy areas, often growing on mossy rocks and logs.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, understory plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Alpine Enchanter's Nightshade

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Prune
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Repot
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae
Genus:Circaea