| Botanical Name |
Pastinaca sativa |
| Common Names |
Parsnip |
| Plant Type |
Biennial root vegetable, usually grown as an annual |
| Size |
Up to 36 inches; roots up to 20 inches long |
| Sun Exposure |
Full sun, but will tolerate part shade |
| Soil Type |
Loose, fertile, loamy |
| Soil pH |
Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.0) |
| Hardiness Zones |
2–9 |
| Native Area |
Eurasia |
| Toxicity |
Stems and foliage can cause skin rash |
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