Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 961

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# 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 about 12 species of annuals, biennials, and perennials from grassland, wasteland, and light woodland in temperate regions of the N. hemisphere. They have 2- or 3-pinnate, finely divided, light to mid-green leaves and tiny white flowers in umbels, 5-7cm (2-3in) across. Common chervil (A. cerefolium) has many culinary uses. Cow parsley (A. sylvestris) is attractive as a meadow plant. A. sylvestris ’Ravenswing’ is good for providing dark foliage contrast in a herbaceous border.

Hardiness en: Fully hardy.

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Propagation en: Sow A. cerefolium seed in situ, In succession from early spring to midsummer. Sow seed of perennials in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Insert root cuttings in mid-winter. Grown in isolation, A. sylvestris ’Ravenswing’ produces many dark-leaved seedlings, but take care to select stock with dark, purple-brown foliage.

Pests en: Slugs, snails, and caterpillars may damage young growth; powdery mildew may also be a problem.

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