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Description
Conioselinum Tenuissimum, also known as slender parsley-dropwort, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the carrot family (Apiaceae). It is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and streambanks. The plant can grow up to 60 cm in height and has a thin stem with small white flowers that bloom in summer. The leaves are divided into three parts, and the plant has a strong aroma similar to parsley.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Conioselinum |
Appearance
Conioselinum Tenuissimum has a thin stem that can grow up to 60 cm in height. The stem is green and has small white flowers that bloom in summer. The leaves are divided into three parts, and each part has a serrated edge. The plant has a strong aroma similar to parsley, and the roots are small and fibrous.
Care Guide
Conioselinum Tenuissimum is a low-maintenance plant that requires moist soil and partial shade. It can grow in hardiness zones 4-8 and prefers well-draining soil. Here are some care tips for this plant:
- Water: The plant requires consistent moisture and should be watered regularly.
- Fertilization: The plant does not require fertilizer, but a slow-release fertilizer can be applied in spring.
- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade and can tolerate full shade.
- Hardiness Zones: The plant can grow in hardiness zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Conioselinum Tenuissimum is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot if the soil is too wet. Here are some common pests and diseases that may affect this plant:
- Powdery mildew: A fungal disease that appears as a white powdery substance on the leaves.
- Root rot: A fungal disease that causes the roots to rot and the plant to wilt.
- Slugs and snails: These pests can feed on the leaves and stem of the plant.
Habitat
Conioselinum Tenuissimum is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and streambanks. The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade and can grow in hardiness zones 4-8.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Conioselinum Tenuissimum a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Conioselinum Tenuissimum is a herbaceous perennial plant.
Q: Does Conioselinum Tenuissimum require fertilizer?
A: The plant does not require fertilizer, but a slow-release fertilizer can be applied in spring.
Q: What is the ideal growing condition for Conioselinum Tenuissimum?
A: The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade and can grow in hardiness zones 4-8.
Q: Can Conioselinum Tenuissimum tolerate full shade?
A: Yes, the plant can tolerate full shade.
Related Plants
- Conioselinum chinense
- Conioselinum scopulorum
- Conioselinum vaginatum
- Conioselinum vaginatum var. sprengelii
References
- USDA Plants Database. https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=COTE3
- The Morton Arboretum. https://www.mortonarb.org/trees-plants/tree-plant-descriptions/slender-parsley-dropwort
- The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=COTE3
