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Bunge's umbrellawort Plant Care
Calyptrosciadium bungei (Boiss.) Pimenov
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With its delicate, fern-like leaves that resemble lace, this plant originates from the mountainous regions of Central Asia. Plant collectors are drawn to Calyptrosciadium bungei for its unique and intricate foliage that adds a touch of elegance to any garden or indoor space.
Every 5–7 days
Partial shade to full sun
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Bunge's umbrellawort?
Water Bunge's umbrellawort every 5–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it partial shade to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Bunge's umbrellawort Native To?
What Is the Bunge's umbrellawort?
Bunge's umbrellawort (Calyptrosciadium bungei) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Calyptrosciadium genus. Bunge's umbrellawort is native to Afghanistan and Iran. Bunge's umbrellawort is also known as Bunge's laceflower.
Bunge's umbrellawort displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Bunge's umbrellawort produces small clusters of white or pink umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Bunge's umbrellawort?
Calyptrosciadium bungei requires watering every 5–7 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 5–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Bunge's umbrellawort Need?
Bunge's umbrellawort thrives in partial shade to full sun.
Light Requirement
Partial shade to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Bunge's umbrellawort Prefer?
Calyptrosciadium bungei grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Bunge's umbrellawort prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Bunge's umbrellawort?
Loamy, well-draining soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Bunge's umbrellawort to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Bunge's umbrellawort?
Feed Bunge's umbrellawort 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 Bunge's umbrellawort?
Repot every 1-2 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 Bunge's umbrellawort?
Bunge's umbrellawort can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps.
Is the Bunge's umbrellawort Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Bunge's umbrellawort, 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 Bunge's umbrellawort?
Bunge's umbrellawort is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, caterpillars. 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 Bunge's umbrellawort Need?
Bunge's umbrellawort grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Bunge's umbrellawort is native to Afghanistan and Iran. In cooler regions, grow Bunge's umbrellawort as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Bunge's umbrellawort 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 Calyptrosciadium genus — compare its care with other Calyptrosciadium species on PlantoScan.
Calyptrosciadium is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Bunge's umbrellawort thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Calyptrosciadium bungei (Boiss.) Pimenov, family Apiaceae (first published in Candollea 59: 100 (2004)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Bunge's umbrellawort, 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: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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