Peucedanum meisnerianum Plant Care
Peucedanum meisnerianum McOwan ex Engl.
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Afrosciadium afrum is a member of the carrot family, Apiaceae. It is a perennial tuberous herb native to subtropical regions of South Africa and Lesotho.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Water Peucedanum meisnerianum 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.
Where Is the Peucedanum meisnerianum Native To?
What Is the Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Peucedanum meisnerianum (Peucedanum meisnerianum) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Peucedanum genus. Peucedanum meisnerianum is native to subtropical regions of South Africa and Lesotho.
Peucedanum meisnerianum displays an upright, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Peucedanum meisnerianum produces small clusters of white or yellow flowers in umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Peucedanum meisnerianum 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 Peucedanum meisnerianum Need?
Peucedanum meisnerianum thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Peucedanum meisnerianum Prefer?
Peucedanum meisnerianum grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Peucedanum meisnerianum prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Peucedanum meisnerianum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Feed Peucedanum meisnerianum 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 Peucedanum meisnerianum?
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 Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Peucedanum meisnerianum can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball. Similar propagation techniques also apply to heart-leaved alexanders plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Peucedanum meisnerianum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Peucedanum meisnerianum, 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 Peucedanum meisnerianum?
Peucedanum meisnerianum 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 Peucedanum meisnerianum Need?
Peucedanum meisnerianum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Peucedanum meisnerianum is native to subtropical regions of South Africa and Lesotho. In cooler regions, grow Peucedanum meisnerianum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Peucedanum meisnerianum 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 Peucedanum genus — compare its care with other Peucedanum species on PlantoScan.
Peucedanum is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Peucedanum meisnerianum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Peucedanum Species
Other Peucedanum species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Peucedanum meisnerianum McOwan ex Engl., family Apiaceae (first published in Veg. Erde [Engler] 9(3, 2): 827, in obs. 1921 [Pflanzenw. Afr.]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Peucedanum meisnerianum, 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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