Water
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as Fumaria parviflora prefers slightly moist conditions and can be susceptible to root rot if waterlogged.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Also known as Fine-Leaf Fumitory · Fine-Leaved Fumitory · Indian Fumitory
Fineleaf Fumitory (Fumaria parviflora) is a delicate annual herb with finely divided leaves and small, pinkish-purple flowers, native to the Mediterranean region.
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 per day for best flowering, but can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as Fumaria parviflora prefers slightly moist conditions and can be susceptible to root rot if waterlogged.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage reblooming. Remove any dead or leggy stems. Pinching back young plants can promote bushier growth.
Propagate by sowing seeds in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown directly into the ground or in pots. Germination may take several weeks. Division of established clumps is also possible in spring.
Repot young plants annually in spring before new growth begins. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Fineleaf Fumitory (Fumaria parviflora)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Fumaria |
| Species | Fumaria parviflora |
Similar in genus Fumaria
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