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Description
Erythranthe Alsinoides, also known as the Chickweed monkeyflower, is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Phrymaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall and is native to North America. The plant’s leaves are oval and have a toothed margin, while its flowers are tubular and can be red, pink, yellow, or white in color.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Phrymaceae |
| Genus | Erythranthe |
Appearance
Erythranthe Alsinoides has a slender stem that grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are oval in shape and have a toothed margin. The flowers are tubular in shape and can be red, pink, yellow, or white in color. The plant blooms in the summer and fall seasons, and its fruit is a capsule that contains numerous small seeds.
Care Guide
Erythranthe Alsinoides requires moderate care to grow and thrive. It prefers to be planted in well-draining soil and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. The plant should be fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. It prefers full sunlight to partial shade and can tolerate hardiness zones 6 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Erythranthe Alsinoides is susceptible to powdery mildew, leaf spot, and rust diseases. It may also be affected by spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies. To prevent these pests and diseases, the plant should be kept in a well-ventilated area and should not be overwatered.
Habitat
Erythranthe Alsinoides is native to North America and can be found growing in wetlands, meadows, and wooded areas. It prefers to grow in areas with moist soil and full sunlight.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Erythranthe Alsinoides an invasive species?
A: No, Erythranthe Alsinoides is not considered an invasive species.
Q: Can Erythranthe Alsinoides be grown indoors?
A: It is not recommended to grow Erythranthe Alsinoides indoors as it requires full sunlight to thrive.
Q: How often should Erythranthe Alsinoides be fertilized?
A: Erythranthe Alsinoides should be fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Q: Does Erythranthe Alsinoides attract pollinators?
A: Yes, Erythranthe Alsinoides attracts hummingbirds and bees as pollinators.
Related Plants
- Erythranthe Cardinalis
- Erythranthe Guttata
- Erythranthe Lewisii
References
- “Erythranthe alsinoides.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 18, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=281139.
- “Erythranthe alsinoides.” Plant Finder. Accessed September 18, 2021. https://www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/2973/chickweed-monkeyflower/.
- “Erythranthe alsinoides.” PlantFiles. Accessed September 18, 2021. http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/125694/.
