Common Pratia (Lobelia Nummularia) is a perennial groundcover in the Campanulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Lobelia nummularia is a polymorphous, annual to perennial, creeping or hanging plant with branched stems that can root at the nodes.

Common Pratia

Common Pratia

Lobelia Nummularia

Lobelia nummularia is a polymorphous, annual to perennial, creeping or hanging plant with branched stems that can root at the nodes.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental trailing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Pratia

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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:Campanulaceae
Genus:Lobelia