Ferula longifolia

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Basic Information

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Genus: ferula

Plant ID (slug): ferula-longifolia

Numeric ID: 21462

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Ferula longifolia is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe - S. Russia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[2, 177]. The long root is aromatic and esteemed as a vegetable[2].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Ferula longifolia