Canada Enchanter's Nightshade (Circaea Canadensis) is a perennial herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A delicate perennial herb of moist, shaded forests with small white flowers and opposite leaves.

Canada Enchanter's Nightshade

Canada Enchanter's Nightshade

Circaea Canadensis

A delicate perennial herb of moist, shaded forests with small white flowers and opposite leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Canada Enchanter's Nightshade

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Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae
Genus:Circaea