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Water consistently during active growth, especially in dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Also known as Cow Parsley · Erect Hedge-Parsley · Hațmațuchiul Măgarului
Erect Hedgeparsley (Torilis japonica) is an annual herb with a taproot, producing a branched, erect stem and finely divided leaves. It features small white to pinkish flowers in umbels.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Tolerates a range of light conditions.
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
50% intensity
Tolerant of most soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Adaptable to various conditions.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
60% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding is sufficient.
30% intensity
A balanced liquid fertilizer in spring if needed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently during active growth, especially in dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Pruning is typically not required for this annual plant, as it completes its life cycle within a year. Deadheading can prevent unwanted self-seeding if the plant is considered a weed in the garden.
Propagated by seeds sown directly in the ground in early spring or autumn. Seeds germinate readily and can spread easily, sometimes becoming weedy.
Not applicable as this is an annual plant that completes its life cycle in one growing season and is typically grown from seed.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Erect Hedgeparsley (Torilis japonica)
Where Erect Hedgeparsley (Torilis japonica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Torilis |
| Species | Torilis japonica |
Similar in genus Torilis
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