Ligusticopsis wallichiana Plant Care
Ligusticopsis wallichiana (DC.) Pimenov & Kljuykov
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Ligusticopsis wallichiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. In cultivation, it has been known by the synonym Selinum wallichianum.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Water Ligusticopsis wallichiana 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 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana (Ligusticopsis wallichiana) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Ligusticopsis genus.
Ligusticopsis wallichiana displays a tall, upright perennial growth habit, reaching up to 4 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Ligusticopsis wallichiana produces small clusters of white or pink umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana 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 Ligusticopsis wallichiana Need?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Ligusticopsis wallichiana Prefer?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Ligusticopsis wallichiana prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Ligusticopsis wallichiana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Feed Ligusticopsis wallichiana 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 Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
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 Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps.
Is the Ligusticopsis wallichiana Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Ligusticopsis wallichiana, 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 Ligusticopsis wallichiana?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. 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 Ligusticopsis wallichiana Need?
Ligusticopsis wallichiana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Ligusticopsis wallichiana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Ligusticopsis wallichiana 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 Ligusticopsis genus — compare its care with other Ligusticopsis species on PlantoScan.
Ligusticopsis is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Ligusticopsis wallichiana thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Ligusticopsis wallichiana (DC.) Pimenov & Kljuykov, family Apiaceae (first published in Willdenowia 31: 122 (2001)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Ligusticopsis wallichiana, 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.
- 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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