Toothcup (Rotala Ramosior) is a annual aquatic in the Lythraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Rotala ramosior is a small, aquatic or semiaquatic flowering plant known as Toothcup.

Toothcup

Toothcup

Rotala Ramosior

Rotala ramosior is a small, aquatic or semiaquatic flowering plant known as Toothcup.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Toothcup

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:Lythraceae
Genus:Rotala