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White deadnettle (Lamium album)

Lamium album, or White Dead-Nettle, is a non-stinging perennial herb with white flowers. It is a vigorous groundcover, often found in woodlands and disturbed areas, and i

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Sunlight

Thrives in partial shade to full sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry periods.

Soil

Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures but is quite tolerant.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally low fertilizer needs; compost or balanced feed if soil is poor.

Care Requirements

Light

Thrives in partial shade to full sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry periods.

Soil

Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures but is quite tolerant.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally low fertilizer needs; compost or balanced feed if soil is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.5-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Ovate

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusLamium
  • speciesLamium album
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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