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Lesser Water Parsnip

Berula incisa, Apiaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Spiny False FiddleleafHydrolea spinosa
Pollinator Sharing
Long-fruited Primrose WillowLudwigia octovalvis
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
Marsh SkullcapScutellaria galericulata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Amazon VelvetleafLimnocharis laforestii
Pollinator Sharing

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationPollinator SupportHabitat Creation

Edible Parts

Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Lesser Water Parsnip grow in?

Lesser Water Parsnip grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Lesser Water Parsnip?

Good companions for Lesser Water Parsnip include Spiny False Fiddleleaf, Long-fruited Primrose Willow, Marsh Skullcap, Amazon Velvetleaf.

Design guilds with Lesser Water Parsnip and see companion relationships visually.

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