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Plant Care
Alpine liverwort
(Sauteria alpina)
Also Known As
Alpine liverwort, Alpine sauteria, Mountain sauteria, Alpine sagebrush
About This Plant
Sauteria alpina is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to the Alps and the Pyrenees. It is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. The plant has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces small, white, daisy-like flowers in late spring and early summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
8-12 inches (20-30 cm)
Light Requirements
Sauteria alpina prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
Sauteria alpina does not require high humidity levels. It can tolerate low to moderate humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize Sauteria alpina once a month during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Deadhead the flowers as they fade to encourage more blooms. Cut back the plant in the fall to prevent it from becoming too leggy.
Common Pests and Diseases
Sauteria alpina is relatively pest-free, but it can be susceptible to aphids and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
8-10 inches (20-25 cm)
Watering Schedule
Sauteria alpina prefers moist, well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly, but do not overwater it. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Temperature Range
Sauteria alpina prefers cool to moderate temperatures. It can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F).
Growing Season
Sauteria alpina grows in the late spring and early summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Sauteria alpina is moderately difficult to grow. It requires cool temperatures and well-drained soil to thrive.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Sauteria alpina is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Did You Know?
Sauteria alpina has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and respiratory infections.
