Baby's Tears (Lindernia Rotundifolia) is a annual aquatic in the Linderniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lindernia rotundifolia is a small, aquatic or semi-aquatic herbaceous plant known for its round, bright green leaves and delicate growth habit.

Baby's Tears

Baby's Tears

Lindernia Rotundifolia

Lindernia rotundifolia is a small, aquatic or semi-aquatic herbaceous plant known for its round, bright green leaves and delicate growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Baby's Tears

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
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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:Linderniaceae
Genus:Lindernia