Sham
Chaerophyllum tuberosumfam. Apiaceae
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Pl. 7947 — Chaerophyllum tuberosum
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Sham, cunoscut scientific sub numele Chaerophyllum tuberosum, este o plantă biennală nativă în regiuni precum Afganistan, Iran, Irak, Kirgizstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan și Transcaucasus. Această membru a familiei Apiaceae se adaptează bine la mediul umed cu expozție la lumină sau semne de soare, acestea fiind compatibile cu diverse tipuri de sucuri - de la sând la pesantă (argila). Părțiile edibile ale Sham sunt rădăcinile sale, făcându-l un ingrediente util în culinaria locală. Caracteristică distinctivă a acestui plant este rădăcina tuberosă, folosită frecvent în cunoștințele locale.
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What is Sham?
Sham, cunoscut scientific sub numele Chaerophyllum tuberosum, este o plantă biennală nativă în regiuni precum Afganistan, Iran, Irak, Kirgizstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan și Transcaucasus.
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Cultivare
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Biennial
For first-time growers
How to grow Sham for the first time
8steps
Start with planting Sham in a sunny spot and follow these simple steps for success.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, a garden fork, compost.
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Best time to plant
Plant seeds in early spring or sow young plants in late winter or early spring.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with well-draining soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy. Amend the soil with compost if needed.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart. Transplant young plants when they have several sets of leaves.
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First two weeks
Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart if necessary.
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Ongoing care
Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead foliage in late winter to encourage new growth and maintain plant health.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting too deep, neglecting to mulch.
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Edible & utility
Edible parts:Root
Edible uses: The root of the Sham plant (Chaerophyllum tuberosum) is edible and can be eaten raw or cooked. It is often prepared by boiling to enhance its flavor and texture. Skip
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9 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
9 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 9 native
Asia6 regions
native (6)AfghanistanIranIraqPakistanTurkeyUzbekistan
Broader regions
native:Kirgizstan, Tadzhikistan, Transcaucasus
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