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Artedia squamata Plant Care
Artedia squamata L.
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With its attractive lance-shaped leaves covered in silvery scales, this plant originates from the Mediterranean region. Collectors are drawn to Artedia squamata for its unique foliage, which adds a touch of elegance to any garden or collection.
Every 4–7 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Artedia squamata?
Water Artedia squamata every 4–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Artedia squamata Native To?
What Is the Artedia squamata?
Artedia squamata (Artedia squamata) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Artedia genus. Artedia squamata is native to Cyprus, Western Asia and the Transcaucasus.
Artedia squamata displays a clumping herbaceous perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Artedia squamata produces small clusters of white or pink umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Artedia squamata?
Artedia squamata requires watering every 4–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 4–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Artedia squamata Need?
Artedia squamata thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Artedia squamata Prefer?
Artedia squamata grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Artedia squamata prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Artedia squamata?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Artedia squamata to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Artedia squamata?
Feed Artedia squamata every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Artedia squamata?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Artedia squamata?
Artedia squamata can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball.
Is the Artedia squamata Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Artedia squamata, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Artedia squamata?
Artedia squamata is susceptible to aphids, caterpillars, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Artedia squamata Need?
Artedia squamata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Artedia squamata is native to Cyprus, Western Asia and the Transcaucasus.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Artedia squamata is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Artedia genus — compare its care with other Artedia species on PlantoScan.
Artedia is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Artedia squamata thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Artedia squamata L., family Apiaceae (first published in Sp. Pl. : 242 (1753)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Artedia squamata, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Oleg Kosterin, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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