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Harperella (Harperella nodosa)

Harperella nodosa is a small, clump-forming perennial herb native to the southeastern United States, known for its delicate white flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Well-draining, moist, acidic to neutral soil. Sandy loam or peaty soil is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water more frequently during dry periods.

Soil

Well-draining, moist, acidic to neutral soil. Sandy loam or peaty soil is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.2-0.4 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Carum nodosum (Rose) Koso-Pol.
Carum viviparum (Rose) Koso-Pol.
Harperella fluviatilis Rose
Harperella vivipara Rose
Harperia nodosa Rose
Ptilimnium fluviatile (Rose) Mathias
Ptilimnium nodosum (Rose) Mathias
Ptilimnium viviparum (Rose) Mathias
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderApiales
  • familyApiaceae
  • genusHarperella
  • speciesHarperella nodosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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