Identification |
Genus
Petroselinum
Species
sativum
Variety
tuberosum
Cultivar
Common names
Hamburg parsley
Family
UMBELLIFERAE
Specimen number
S11990
Data source
UnVeg p283
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Life cycle |
Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Annual
Life span
1 year
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Various
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
Overall spread
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Climate |
Sunshine
Full sun
Water
Optimal soil texture
Soil texture 07
Acceptable soil pH
Slightly acidic
USDA hardiness
Not classified
AHS heat zones
Not classified
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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Garden |
Suitable for gardens
no
Nursery
Unknown
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
Unknown
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
Petroselinum sativum var. tuberosum does best in full sun.
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Special qualities |
Tolerates drought
no
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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Adverse factors |
Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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Herbal medicine |
Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
The leaves of this plant and the roots are both edible. Petroselinum sativum var. tuberosum is a good low calorie food. The list of beneficial vitamins and minerals found in Hamburg parsley is impressive; notably vitamin A and vitamin C are both present. This plant is most frequently used fresh or cooked.
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Traditional uses |
Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
Fragrance parts
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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Cultivation |
Propagule
Seed
Pollination method
Planting style
Crowns and leaves
Crop spacing
6" - 8"
Row spacing
Cold frame
3 to 4 weeks
Planting period
May 01 - May 31
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Very hardy
Heat requirement
Cool
Fertilizer
Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium
Time to harvest
160 days
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Nutrition |
Is edible
yes
Culinary uses
Cooked
Fresh
Nutritional value
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Low calorie
Edible parts
Leaves
Roots
Description of edible parts
Flavor / texture
has turnip-flavored roots and parsley-flavored tops
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Horticulture |
Horticulture notes
The best month for planting is May. Provide 6" spacing when grown in quantity. Harden in a cold frame for 3 to 4 weeks prior to setting out. It does not necessarily require warm days for good production. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are all required for optimal growth. Estimated time to harvest is 160 days. Petroselinum sativum var. tuberosum is typically propagated by seed.
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Herbarium |
Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
Petroselinum sativum var. tuberosum has an annual life cycle.
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