American Comfreys, also known as Hound's Tongues
American Comfreys is a resilient and easy-to-care-for plant. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires moderate watering, ensuring the soil remains moist but not soggy. A key special care point is to provide full to partial sunlight to promote robust growth. Additionally, occasional pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth.
Watering schedule: Every week
Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Watering Schedule | Every week |
| Sunlight Requirements | Partial sun |
| Soil pH | 6-7.5 |
| Hardiness Zones |
4-10
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Wild Comfrey (Andersonglossum virginianum) is a member of the borage family and a perennial herb native to southeastern North America. It is found in hardwood forests, in ravines, and on slopes. The original Latin name translates to "tongue of a dog," due to the leaves' shapes. Wild Comfrey is considered an invasive species in some areas due to its rapid growth and spread.
Western hound's tongue is a perennial herb with a robust, upright stature. Notable for its coarsely-toothed leaves and clusters of tube-shaped, blue flowers, it blooms in late spring to summer. Thriving in well-drained soils, western hound's tongue is often found in open woodlands, signaling an adaptation to dappled sunlight and forest-edge ecologies.
Common issues for American Comfreys based on 10 million real cases
