Smyrnium olusatrum, Alexanders, is a biennial herb, historically cultivated as a vegetable. It features glossy green leaves and yellow-green flowers, growing up to 1.5m t
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Consistently moist
Soil
Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates various soil types, including heavy clay.
Temperature
Temperate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low
Full sun to partial shade
Bright indirect
Consistently moist
Regular
Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates various soil types, including heavy clay.
Temperate
5-20 °C
Outdoor
Low
Annually if needed
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Ternate
Flower Size
5-10 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
All parts of Alexanders are edible and have been safely consumed by humans for centuries. There is no known toxicity to humans or common pets.
