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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial sun to dappled shade; tolerates cool, shaded mountain conditions; avoid hot midday direct sun
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root zone to dry out completely
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; prefers cool temperate conditions; avoid prolonged temperatures above 25°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal leaves are finely divided, fern-like, bright green; stem leaves smaller and less divided
- Flower: Dense, flat-topped umbels of tiny white or pale pink star-shaped blooms
- Stem: Slender, hollow, upright stems with fine, soft hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; water when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry
Fertilization
Apply diluted organic feed once monthly. Use a balanced, low-nitrogen organic fertilizer to support foliage growth without promoting excessive stem elongation
Composted eggshell powder：Mix 1 teaspoon of finely ground, fully dried eggshell powder into the top 2 cm of soil every 2 months to boost soil structure and calcium content; avoid overapplication to prevent soil alkalinityPruning
- Deadhead spent flower umbels to prevent unwanted self-seeding
- Cut back faded foliage to ground level after flowering to encourage fresh basal growth
- Remove yellowing or damaged leaves regularly to maintain plant health
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no known adverse effects
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; safe for culinary and medicinal use in moderate quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Historically used in European folk medicine to treat digestive complaints and respiratory issues
Usage: Culinary herb (leaves and seeds used as a flavoring agent), ornamental foliage plant, medicinal herb
