Peucedanum austriacum — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Peucedanum austriacum

Peucedanum Austriacum

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A note from PlantMom

Pteroselinum austriacum has strong disease resistance and is generally not prone to illnesses. However, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its surroundings. These infections are usually mild. As for care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat appearance and healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Pteroselinum austriacum is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Peucedanum Austriacum.

Light

Pteroselinum austriacum is native to bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It will tolerate partial sun but favors direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which can be annual or biennial, is recognized for its sun-loving character.

Temperature

Pteroselinum austriacum can tolerate a wide range of temperature conditions, but its range may still be constrained by different combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as prolonged high temperatures, can raise the chance of Pteroselinum austriacum dying. In winter, proper protection from cold can increase the plant's survival rate.

Fertilizer

Pteroselinum austriacum are regarded as heavy feeders in terms of nutrients. They require frequent, small applications of nitrogen and potassium fertilizers and occasional applications of phosphorus, micronutrients, sulfur, and magnesium to maintain good growth and bright coloration. Continuous fertilization throughout the growing season is necessary to prevent deficiency symptoms and preserve optimal growth.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Biennial
Genus
Peucedanum
Family
Apiaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
30 cm to 76 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Serbia, Romania, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, France
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Austrian hog's fennel
PLATES
Peucedanum austriacum leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Peucedanum austriacum flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Peucedanum austriacum flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Peucedanum austriacum bark
PLATE 04 · bark
Peucedanum austriacum habit
PLATE 05 · habit
Peucedanum austriacum habit
PLATE 06 · habit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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