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Szechuan Lovage

Cnidium officinale, Apiaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic AccumulatorPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Japanese ButterburPetasites japonicus
Shade ProvisionPest Deterrent
Western YarrowAchillea lanulosa
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Scots LovageLigusticum scoticum

Two Apiaceae lovage species compete directly for nutrients and may share similar pathogens

Thorow-waxBupleurum rotundifolium

Apiaceae family members often show competitive exclusion and shared pest/disease susceptibility

Uses

Functions

Medicinal PlantCulinary HerbPollinator SupportCompanion Plant

Edible Parts

RootsSeedsYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Blood CirculationMenstrual DisordersPain ReliefCardiovascular HealthAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Szechuan Lovage grow in?

Szechuan Lovage grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Szechuan Lovage?

Good companions for Szechuan Lovage include Japanese Butterbur, Western Yarrow.

Design guilds with Szechuan Lovage and see companion relationships visually.

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