Ferula asafoetida Asafoetida (Umbelliferae)

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Ferula asafoetida
Asafoetida
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The Ferula asafoetida plant species is found in W. Asia - Afghanistan to Iran. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Asafoetida.

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Latin Name:  Ferula asafoetida
Common Name:  Asafoetida
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  1.5

Habitat:  Deserts[74].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils[1]. Prefers a deep fertile soil in a sunny position[200]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. Plants have a long taproot and are intolerant of root disturbance[200]. They should be planted into their final positions as soon as possible. Monocarpic, the plant takes some years before it flowers and dies after flowering[74]. In Britain, the plants usually flower after about 5 years[238]. The whole plant, especially when bruised, has an unpleasant smell like stale fish[245].

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