Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In winter, reduce watering frequency. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially for young plants.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Purple Hedge Parsley · Spreading Hedgeparsley
African Hedgeparsley (Torilis africana) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region and Macaronesia, often found in disturbed habitats.
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 but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy to moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; sensitive to extreme frost.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring/summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In winter, reduce watering frequency. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially for young plants.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Pruning is typically not necessary for this species, as it is an annual that self-seeds. If desired to control spread or for tidiness, light trimming can be done after flowering.
Remove any dead or diseased foliage as needed throughout the year to maintain plant health.
Torilis africana is easily propagated by seeds. Sow seeds directly into the garden in early spring or autumn. Germination is usually straightforward.
No special treatment is typically required for seed germination, making it a very low-maintenance plant.
As an annual, Torilis africana does not require repotting. It completes its life cycle within a single growing season.
If grown in containers for a specific display, it will naturally finish its growth and can be composted.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of African Hedgeparsley (Torilis africana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Torilis |
| Species | Torilis africana |
Similar in genus Torilis
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