Cynoglossum amabile
Chinese hound's Tongue
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Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Description
Cynoglossum amabile is a flowering plant native to Asia, which is also called Chinese hound's tongue, or Chinese forget-me-not . This plant is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Blooming
Blooms blue, purple, rose-pink, or white flowers, similar to forget-me-nots, from spring to fall. Each flower has a tubular corolla and 5 spreading lobes. Plants grown in soil that is too fertile will not flower well. They will become coarse and leafy.
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Growth
Annuals, biennials, and short-lived perennials. Plant size varies depending on variety. One species will grow to about 3 ft. tall. Grows best in sun or partial shade. Works well in a mixed, herbaceous, or annual border.
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Planting
Propagate perennials from the seed. Sow in fall or spring in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate perennials by division in spring. Sow seeds of biennials and annuals directly into the ground in midspring.
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Pest
Cynoglossum is prone to root rot, stem rot, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Interesting facts
Cynoglossum is native to grassy sites and rocky slope in temperate areas and tropical uplands. This plant should not be grown around grazing animals, as it can cause serious liver damage.
Chinese hound's Tongue (Cynoglossum amabile) - Soil and irrigation
Irrigation needs vary depending on species. C. amabile requires regular irrigation and C. grande requires little or no water in the summer. Does best in moderately fertile well-draining soil that is kept moist. Not tolerant of heavy clay soils, and will not flower well in soil that is too fertile.
