Five Stamened Miterwort (Pectiantia Pentandra) is a perennial herb in the Saxifragaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pectiantia pentandra is a perennial herb native to California and other parts of North America. It is characterized by its rhizomatous growth and small greenish flowers arranged in slender racemes.

Five Stamened Miterwort

Five Stamened Miterwort

Pectiantia Pentandra

Pectiantia pentandra is a perennial herb native to California and other parts of North America. It is characterized by its rhizomatous growth and small greenish flowers arranged in slender racemes.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Five Stamened Miterwort

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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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Five Stamened Miterwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Saxifragaceae
Genus:Pectiantia