Cryptotaenia polygama

Cryptotaenia polygama

Native to:
Tanzania

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Cryptotaenia
Species:
Cryptotaenia polygama

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
80 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
insects, small mammals

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for improved germination. Light may enhance germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI