Small-flowered Tonella (Tonella Tenella) is a annual herb in the Plantaginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tonella tenella is a small annual herbaceous plant with slender, weak stems often branched, growing up to 30 cm tall. It has tiny flowers and distinctive leaf shapes.

Small-flowered Tonella

Small-flowered Tonella

Tonella Tenella

Tonella tenella is a small annual herbaceous plant with slender, weak stems often branched, growing up to 30 cm tall. It has tiny flowers and distinctive leaf shapes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, rocky, moist
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, biodiversity support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Small-flowered Tonella

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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Small-flowered Tonella
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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Tonella