Snake's Head Fritillary (Fritillaria Meleagroides) is a perennial bulb in the Liliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
Fritillaria meleagroides is a perennial bulbous plant with distinctive nodding, bell-shaped flowers, typically marked with a checkered pattern in shades of purple or sometimes white.

Snake's Head Fritillary
Fritillaria Meleagroides
Fritillaria meleagroides is a perennial bulbous plant with distinctive nodding, bell-shaped flowers, typically marked with a checkered pattern in shades of purple or sometimes white.
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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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