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Details of Genus: Cuminum

ID: 1038

Genus ja:

Genus en: Cumin

# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Apiaceae

Family ja: セリ

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Description en: Genus of 2 species of slender annuals found in open maquis and garigue, and on cultivated ground, from the eastern Mediterranean to C. Asia. The 2-ternate leaves consist of thread-like segments. Compound umbels, with few rays bearing small, irregularly shaped, white to pale pink flowers, are followed by oblong-ovoid, ridged, finely hairy fruits. C. cyminum is grown for its aromatic fruit, which are used in cooking. Grow in a herb or vegetable garden.

Hardiness en: Half hardy.

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Propagation en: In frost-free areas, sow seed in situ in early spring. In cool-temperate areas, sow seed at 13-18°C (55-64°F) in late winter or early spring, and plant out in late spring.

Pests en: Trouble free.

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Update information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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System Accepted? Botanical name Japanese name Infra-familial classification # species
APG4 Apiaceae セリ科 Show
PB2 Apiaceae セリ科 Show
PB3 Apiaceae セリ科 Show