Upright Hedge-parsley
Torilis japonica
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 6"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
OH
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Upright hedge-parsley is a weedy annual herb with small white flowers arranged in umbrella-like clusters. This non-native plant can spread aggressively and is often considered undesirable in maintained landscapes. It typically grows in disturbed areas and can become invasive.
In an HOA neighborhood
Upright Hedge-parsley takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Non-native invasive species
- Weedy appearance throughout growing season
- Can spread aggressively and self-seed
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract various pollinators including bees, beetles, and flies during summer months.
Common questions
- How much sun does Upright Hedge-parsley need?
- Upright Hedge-parsley grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Upright Hedge-parsley bloom?
- Upright Hedge-parsley blooms in June, July, August, and September.
- Where is Upright Hedge-parsley native?
- Upright Hedge-parsley (Torilis japonica) is native to OH, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Upright Hedge-parsley attract?
- Upright Hedge-parsley draws bees, beetles, and flies.
- Is Upright Hedge-parsley HOA-friendly?
- Upright Hedge-parsley takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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