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Corn Parsley prefers consistently moist soil. Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil does not become waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Check the top few centimeters of soil; if dry, it's time to water.
Also known as Corn Caraway
Corn Parsley (Sison segetum) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It features delicate white flowers and is sometimes used as a culinary herb.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular watering needed
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-20°C. Can tolerate some frost.
Light feeding
25% intensity
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer once in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Corn Parsley prefers consistently moist soil. Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil does not become waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Check the top few centimeters of soil; if dry, it's time to water.
Prune Corn Parsley to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers to prevent self-seeding if unwanted, or allow them to mature if collecting seeds.
Light trimming can be done any time to remove leggy or damaged stems.
Corn Parsley can be propagated by seeds sown in spring or autumn, or by division of established clumps in early spring. Seeds may require stratification.
Sow seeds thinly in well-draining soil and keep moist until germination.
Repot Corn Parsley when it becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a pot with drainage holes and fresh, well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth begins.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Sison |
| Species | Sison segetum |
Similar in genus Sison
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