Water
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during winter dormancy, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings.
Also known as Dissected Hogweed · Pinnatifid-Leaf Hogweed
Heracleum dissectum is a herbaceous perennial native to the Caucasus region, known for its large, deeply lobed leaves and showy white flower umbels.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
50% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Regular watering
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures; hardy in most temperate climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize annually in spring with balanced fertilizer or compost.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during winter dormancy, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings.
Prune back dead or damaged stems in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed formation and encourage potential reblooming.
Cut back foliage to the ground once it yellows in autumn.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring, either directly outdoors or in a cold frame. Division of established clumps is best done in early spring.
Transplant seedlings or divisions carefully, ensuring adequate moisture.
Repotting is rarely necessary for established garden plants. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in early spring into a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
Ensure good drainage holes to prevent water accumulation.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Heracleum Dissectum (Heracleum dissectum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Heracleum |
| Species | Heracleum dissectum |
Similar in genus Heracleum
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