Kundmannia sicula Plant Care
Kundmannia sicula DC.
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Kundmannia sicula is a species of perennial herb in the family Apiaceae. They have a self-supporting growth form and have broad leaves.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Kundmannia sicula?
Water Kundmannia sicula every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Kundmannia sicula Native To?
What Is the Kundmannia sicula?
Kundmannia sicula (Kundmannia sicula) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Kundmannia genus. Kundmannia sicula is native to parts of Northern Africa and Southern Europe.
Kundmannia sicula displays an upright, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Kundmannia sicula produces small clusters of white or pink flowers in umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Kundmannia sicula?
Kundmannia sicula requires watering every 7–10 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 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Kundmannia sicula Need?
Kundmannia sicula thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Kundmannia sicula Prefer?
Kundmannia sicula grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Kundmannia sicula prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Kundmannia sicula?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Kundmannia sicula to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Kundmannia sicula?
Feed Kundmannia sicula 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 Kundmannia sicula?
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 Kundmannia sicula?
Kundmannia sicula can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball.
Is the Kundmannia sicula Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
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 Kundmannia sicula?
Kundmannia sicula 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 Kundmannia sicula Need?
Kundmannia sicula grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Kundmannia sicula is native to parts of Northern Africa and Southern Europe. In cooler regions, grow Kundmannia sicula as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Kundmannia sicula 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 Kundmannia genus — compare its care with other Kundmannia species on PlantoScan.
Kundmannia is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Kundmannia sicula thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Kundmannia sicula DC., family Apiaceae (first published in Prodr. 4: 143 (1830)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Kundmannia sicula is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- 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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