Bleeding Heart (Homalanthus Populifolius) is a perennial shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Homalanthus populifolius is an Australian rainforest plant in the family Euphorbiaceae, known commonly as Bleeding Heart or Native Poplar.

Bleeding Heart

Bleeding Heart

Homalanthus Populifolius

Homalanthus populifolius is an Australian rainforest plant in the family Euphorbiaceae, known commonly as Bleeding Heart or Native Poplar.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, habitat plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bleeding Heart

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Homalanthus