Chaerophyllum elegans is a flowering plant species in the genus Chaerophyllum found in the Alps from Switzerland, France and Italy.
Vernacular nameschérophylle élégant (French) Alpen-Kälberkropf (German) Schönkälberkropf (German) zierlicher Kerbel (German) zierlicher Kälberkropf (German) cerfoglio elegante (Italian)Its EPPO code is CHPEL.
Chaerophyllum elegans is resistant to disease and, overall, not prone to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Chaerophyllum eleganst is well suited to anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand much prior care experience.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Biennial
- Genus
- Chaerophyllum
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Native Area
- Italy, Switzerland, France