Aegopodium alpestre
Aegopodium alpestre
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Pl. AE68 — Aegopodium alpestre
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IOverview
Overview
Aegopodium alpestre, known as mountain cow parsley or Aegopodium, is a perennial herb found in the wild across various regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, and Japan. This plant thrives in moist conditions with light to full sun exposure, making it adaptable to different soil types such as sandy, medium, and clay soils. Native to parts of Asia and the West Himalayas, Aegopodium is valued for its edible leaves and shoots, which can be used in culinary applications. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to grow up to 0.5 meters tall, contributing to its presence as an ornamental addition to gardens or natural landscapes.
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What is Aegopodium alpestre?
Aegopodium alpestre, known as mountain cow parsley or Aegopodium, is a perennial herb found in the wild across various regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, and Japan.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Aegopodium alpestre thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). This perennial plant grows up to 0.5 meters tall and is hardy in temperate regions. For propagation, use leaves and shoots. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist for best growth.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade, Full shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.5 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Aegopodium alpestre for the first time
8steps
Aegopodium alpestre is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that's perfect for beginners.
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What you'll need
Seeds or small plants, a garden trowel, and mulch.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a spot with partial sun to full shade. Ensure soil is well-draining, light, medium, or heavy.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 0.5 meters apart in the ground or transplant small plants into prepared soil.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Mulch around the base for added moisture retention.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, and mulch annually. Prune in spring to maintain shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in early spring to encourage new growth and remove any dead foliage.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full sun, neglecting winter protection in colder climates.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesShoots
Edible uses: The leaves and shoots of Aegopodium alpestre are edible. Typically, they are used fresh in salads or cooked as a green vegetable. SKIP
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
25 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
25 native · 0 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 25 native
Europe1 region
native (1)Russia
Asia7 regions
native (7)ChinaJapanKazakhstanMongoliaPakistanSouth KoreaUzbekistan
Broader regions
native:Amur, Buryatiya, Chita, Irkutsk, Khabarovsk, Krasnoyarsk, Kuril Is., Magadan, Primorye, Sakhalin, Tadzhikistan, Tuva, West Himalaya, Yakutskiya, Altay
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