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Herb Sophia (Descurainia sophia)

Herb Sophia (Descurainia sophia) is an erect annual or biennial herb with a taproot, known for its medicinal uses and as a common weed.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth.

Watering

Water moderately. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25 °C. Tolerates a range.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Over-fertilization can lead to lush foliage at the expense of flowering.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth.

Water

Water moderately. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25 °C. Tolerates a range.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Over-fertilization can lead to lush foliage at the expense of flowering.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.2-1.2 m

Spread

0.1-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Finely divided, pinnately compound

Flower Size

0.3-0.5 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Arabis sophia (L.) Bernh.
Crucifera sophia (L.) E.H.L.Krause
Discurea sophia (L.) Schur
Phryne sophia (L.) Bubani
Sisymbrium sophia L.
Sophia vulgaris Fourr.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderBrassicales
  • familyBrassicaceae
  • genusDescurainia
  • speciesDescurainia sophia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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