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Description
Oenanthe Silaifolia, also known as water dropwort or celery-leaved water dropwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the carrot family, Apiaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia and can be found growing in damp meadows, marshes, and along the banks of rivers and streams.This plant can grow up to 1m in height and produces large compound leaves that are deeply divided into numerous leaflets. The flowers are small and white, and the plant blooms from June to August. The fruits are small and oblong, and they contain two seeds.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Oenanthe |
Appearance
Oenanthe Silaifolia has large compound leaves that are deeply divided into numerous leaflets. The leaflets are ovate to oblong in shape and have toothed margins. The plant can grow up to 1m in height and can spread up to 50cm. The flowers are small and white, and they bloom from June to August. The fruits are small and oblong, and they contain two seeds.
Care Guide
Water: Oenanthe Silaifolia requires consistently moist soil, and it should be watered regularly.
Fertilization: This plant does not require regular fertilization, but it can benefit from a light application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Soil: Oenanthe Silaifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zones: Oenanthe Silaifolia is hardy to USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Oenanthe Silaifolia is susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including:
Pests: Aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies can all infest this plant.
Diseases: This plant is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and leaf spot.
Habitat
Oenanthe Silaifolia is native to Europe and Asia and can be found growing in damp meadows, marshes, and along the banks of rivers and streams. It prefers moist soil and can often be found growing in wetlands.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Oenanthe Silaifolia poisonous?
A: Yes, all parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested.
Q: Can Oenanthe Silaifolia be grown in a container?
A: Yes, this plant can be grown in a container as long as it is kept consistently moist.
Q: Can Oenanthe Silaifolia be grown as an indoor plant?
A: No, this plant requires full sun to partial shade and is not well-suited for indoor growing.
Q: How often should Oenanthe Silaifolia be watered?
A: This plant requires consistently moist soil, so it should be watered regularly.
Related Plants
Other plants in the Oenanthe genus include:
- Oenanthe aquatica
- Oenanthe crocata
- Oenanthe fistulosa
- Oenanthe javanica
References
- https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/17239/oenanthe-silaifolia/details
- https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/oenanthe-silaifolia/
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/water-plants/wgen/growing-water-dropwort-plants.htm
