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Chrysanthemum, scientifically known as Dendranthema indicum, is a perennial plant native to regions including China North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast, East Himalaya, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Nepal, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Chrysanthemum (Latin: Dendranthema indicum, family Asteraceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chrysanthemum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Chrysanthemum is a member of the Asteraceae family native to CHN, CHC, CHS, EHM, CHI, and JAP. Chrysanthemum thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Chrysanthemum grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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