Silver Cow-wheat (Melampyrum Argyrocomum) is a annual herb in the Orobanchaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Melampyrum argyrocomum is a hemiparasitic herbaceous plant in the family Orobanchaceae, native to Eurasia.

Silver Cow-wheat

Silver Cow-wheat

Melampyrum Argyrocomum

Melampyrum argyrocomum is a hemiparasitic herbaceous plant in the family Orobanchaceae, native to Eurasia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:biodiversity support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Silver Cow-wheat

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Prune
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Orobanchaceae
Genus:Melampyrum