Tansy Dogshade

Limnosciadium pinnatum

Also known as: Prairie Dogshade

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Limnosciadium
Species:
Limnosciadium pinnatum
USDA Symbol:
LIPI2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
80 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
insects

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to wetland areas, prefers periodic flooding

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI