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How to Grow and Care for Virginia Pennywort

Virginia Pennywort requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil and consistent moisture levels, avoiding both drought and waterlogging. For optimal growth, provide dappled sunlight or partial shade, as full sun can cause leaf scorching. Regularly checking soil moisture and maintaining the right light conditions are crucial special care points for maintaining virginia Pennywort's health.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full shade

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Planting and Growing Virginia Pennywort

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full shade
Soil pH	4.5-5.5

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Types of Virginia Pennywort

Mycoheterotrophic gentian

Obolaria virginica is a monotypic species, meaning that it's the only species in the Obolaria genus. This flowering plant is considered to live in symbiosis with fungi. It's found in nutrient-rich forests of the southeastern United States.

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