Ammi visnaga

Khella, Visnaga

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Aromatic herbaceous plant with white umbels, native to Mediterranean regions. Valued for its medicinal khellin compounds used in traditional respiratory therapies.
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Plant Details

Common Name Khella, Visnaga
Family Apiaceae
Genus Ammi
Species Visnaga
Origin Mediterranean Basin, North Africa
Blooming Summer umbels with white flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green, finely divided
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or rocky soil; tolerates low fertility

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Watering

Low to moderate water once established; drought tolerant. Allow soil to dry between waterings.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering and medicinal compound production

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization needed; light organic compost at planting time in spring

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to prevent self-seeding if not desired; harvest seeds for medicinal use

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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