Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apiaceae

Genus:

Falcaria

Species:

Falcaria vulgaris

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, calcareous, sandy loam

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats