Elecampane (Inula Helenium) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Inula helenium, commonly known as Elecampane, is a robust, perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia, widely naturalized in North America.

Elecampane

Elecampane

Inula Helenium

Inula helenium, commonly known as Elecampane, is a robust, perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia, widely naturalized in North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, medicinal herb

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Elecampane

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:Asteraceae
Genus:Inula