Pennsylvania Pellitory (Parietaria Pensylvanica) is a annual herb in the Urticaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Parietaria pensylvanica is an annual herb native to North America, commonly found in shaded or partially shaded disturbed soils, woods, and waste areas.

Pennsylvania Pellitory

Pennsylvania Pellitory

Parietaria Pensylvanica

Parietaria pensylvanica is an annual herb native to North America, commonly found in shaded or partially shaded disturbed soils, woods, and waste areas.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pennsylvania Pellitory

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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:Urticaceae
Genus:Parietaria