Austral Brooklime (Gratiola Peruviana) is a perennial aquatic in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A perennial aquatic or semi-aquatic herb with pink or white tubular flowers, native to South America and Australasia.

Austral Brooklime

Austral Brooklime

Gratiola Peruviana

A perennial aquatic or semi-aquatic herb with pink or white tubular flowers, native to South America and Australasia.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Austral Brooklime

Jan
Prune
Feb
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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Gratiola