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Zagrosia persica Plant Care
Zagrosia persica (Hausskn.) Speta
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With its vibrant purple and pink flowers, Zagrosia persica adds a striking pop of color to any garden. Originating from the mountainous regions of Iran, this rare plant is highly sought after by collectors for its unique and eye-catching floral display. Its delicate, fern-like leaves further enhance its appeal, making it a must-have for any botanical enthusiast.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to partial shade
65–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Zagrosia persica?
Water Zagrosia persica every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Zagrosia persica?
Zagrosia persica (Zagrosia persica) belongs to the Asparagaceae family within the Zagrosia genus. Zagrosia persica is native to south-east Turkey through Iraq to west Iran.
Zagrosia persica displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Zagrosia persica produces small white bell-shaped flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Zagrosia persica?
Zagrosia persica 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 Zagrosia persica Need?
Zagrosia persica thrives in bright indirect to partial shade. Avoid placing Zagrosia persica in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Zagrosia persica Prefer?
Zagrosia persica grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Zagrosia persica prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Zagrosia persica?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Zagrosia persica to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Zagrosia persica?
Feed Zagrosia persica 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 Zagrosia persica?
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 Zagrosia persica?
Zagrosia persica can be propagated through division, offsets, seeds.
Is the Zagrosia persica Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Zagrosia persica, 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 Zagrosia persica?
Zagrosia persica is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. 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 Zagrosia persica Need?
Zagrosia persica grows outdoors in USDA Zone 6a – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 6a. Zagrosia persica is native to south-east Turkey through Iraq to west Iran.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6a – 9b
Keep exploring plants
Zagrosia persica 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 Zagrosia genus — compare its care with other Zagrosia species on PlantoScan.
Zagrosia is part of the Asparagaceae plant family — browse all Asparagaceae genera and species.
Zagrosia persica thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Zagrosia persica (Hausskn.) Speta, family Asparagaceae (first published in Phyton (Horn) 38: 124 (1998)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Zagrosia persica, 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: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 6a – 9b, 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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