Carum is a genus of about 20 species of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to temperate regions of the Old World. The most important species is caraway (C. carvi), the seeds of which are widely used as a culinary spice. In the Mongolian Flora (adjunctive by Urgamal M., 2012) is two species (C. carve L., C. buriaticum Turcz.) belong to the genus Carum L. Carum bulbocastanum is nowadays placed in Bunium and usually synonymized with Bunium persicum.
Whorled caraway is fairly disease-resistant and typically does not suffer from many diseases. Nevertheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and illnesses present in its environment. These problems are usually mild. For care, the plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned on a regular basis to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Whorled caraway is well suited for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Carum Verticillatum.
Light
Whorled caraway is native to areas with dappled light, for example forest understories or rocky locations that provide natural shade. It does best in partial sun but can also tolerate full sun.
Temperature
Whorled caraway can tolerate a wide spectrum of temperatures, yet its distribution may be restricted by different combinations of water and heat. It does best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather and prolonged high temperatures both raise the chance of Whorled caraway dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can increase the plant’s chance of survival.
Fertilizer
Whorled caraway benefits from regular, dilute fertilizer applications to encourage healthy leaf growth. Fertilize Whorled caraway about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is essential for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich sources helps Whorled caraway thrive.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Carum
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 30 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall
- Native Area
- Germany, Portugal, Morocco, Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, United Kingdom, Croatia, Slovenia, Belgium, France
Other names.
