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Description
Notopterygium Incisum is a perennial plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is commonly known as “Qiang Huo.” This plant has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat various ailments such as headaches, arthritis, and fever.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Notopterygium |
Appearance
Notopterygium Incisum can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and 1 meter wide. Its leaves are large, toothed, and fern-like, with a dark green color. The plant produces clusters of small, white flowers in the summer, which are followed by small, black fruit in the fall. Its root is the most valuable part of the plant and is often used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Care Guide
Notopterygium Incisum is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. Here are some tips to care for this plant:- Water: Water the plant regularly, especially during the growing season. Make sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.- Sunlight: Notopterygium Incisum prefers partial shade to full shade.- Hardiness Zones: This plant can grow in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Notopterygium Incisum is generally pest and disease-resistant. However, it can be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot if the soil is too moist. Pests such as aphids and spider mites can also infest the plant.
Habitat
Notopterygium Incisum is native to the mountainous regions of China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, meadows, and stream banks.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Notopterygium Incisum deer-resistant?
A: Yes, this plant is deer-resistant.
Q: Can I grow Notopterygium Incisum in a container?
A: Yes, you can grow this plant in a container as long as it has enough room to grow and the soil is well-draining.
Q: How do I propagate Notopterygium Incisum?
A: You can propagate this plant by dividing the root ball in the spring or fall.
Q: Is Notopterygium Incisum toxic?
A: There is no evidence that this plant is toxic to humans or animals.
Related Plants
– Angelica Atropurpurea- Angelica Dahurica- Cnidium Monnieri- Ligusticum Chuanxiong- Angelica Pubescens
References
– “Notopterygium Incisum.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287936.- “Qiang Huo.” Chinese Herbs Healing, www.chineseherbshealing.com/qiang-huo/.
