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Villous Thapsia

Thapsia villosa, Apiaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hollow-leaved AsphodelAsphodelus fistulosus
Pollinator SharingNutrient Accumulation
Perfoliate AlexandersSmyrnium perfoliatum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Pyrenean HogweedHeracleum pyrenaicum

Large Apiaceae species compete intensely for resources and produce allelopathic coumarins that can inhibit related umbellifers

Woody FleabaneDittrichia viscosa

Woody fleabane's allelopathic compounds and dense growth may inhibit thapsia establishment

Uses

Functions

Xerophytic GardeningMedicinal PlantWildlife Habitat

Medicinal Uses

Traditional External ApplicationsVeterinary Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Villous Thapsia grow in?

Villous Thapsia grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Villous Thapsia?

Good companions for Villous Thapsia include Hollow-leaved Asphodel, Perfoliate Alexanders.

Design guilds with Villous Thapsia and see companion relationships visually.

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