Rehmannia glutinosa

Chinese Foxglove

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A Chinese perennial herb prized for its medicinal roots and ornamental tubular blooms. Features fuzzy green leaves with distinct veining.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Foxglove
Family Orobanchaceae
Genus Rehmannia
Species Glutinosa
Origin China
Blooming Late spring to early summer, tubular red or yellow flowers
Leaf Color Green with silver veins
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral pH.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce watering after flowering as leaves die back naturally.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade in hot climates. Needs bright light for flowering indoors.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring-summer).

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage longevity, cut foliage to ground after frost dies back.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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