Texas Prairie Parsley (Polytaenia Texana) is a biennial herb in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Polytaenia texana, commonly known as Texas prairie parsley, is a biennial flowering plant native to Texas and Oklahoma, characterized by its parsley-like leaves and small clustered flowers.

Texas Prairie Parsley

Texas Prairie Parsley

Polytaenia Texana

Polytaenia texana, commonly known as Texas prairie parsley, is a biennial flowering plant native to Texas and Oklahoma, characterized by its parsley-like leaves and small clustered flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Texas Prairie Parsley

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Polytaenia