Clasping Venus' Looking Glass (Triodanis Perfoliata) is a annual herb in the Campanulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

An annual herb with purple, bell-shaped flowers that clasp the stem with heart-shaped leaves.

Clasping Venus' Looking Glass

Clasping Venus' Looking Glass

Triodanis Perfoliata

An annual herb with purple, bell-shaped flowers that clasp the stem with heart-shaped leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Clasping Venus' Looking Glass

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Clasping Venus' Looking Glass
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Taxonomy

Family:Campanulaceae
Genus:Triodanis