{ "names": { "common": { "de": "Currykraut", "en": "Curry plant" }, "plural": { "de": "Currykräuter", "en": "Curry plants" }, "botanical": "Helichrysum italicum", "botanical_author": "(Roth) G.Don", "scientific_synonyms": [ "Gnaphalium italicum Roth", "Helichrysum angustifolium (Lam.) DC." ], "synonyms": { "de": [ "Italienische Strohblume", "Italienische Immortelle", "Sonnengold" ], "en": [ "Italian strawflower", "Immortelle", "Everlasting flower" ] }, "common_synonyms": { "de": [ "Italienische Strohblume", "Italienische Immortelle" ], "en": [ "Italian strawflower", "Immortelle" ] }, "regional_names": { "en": [ "Corsican helichrysum" ] }, "trade_names": [ "Tall Curry" ], "market_names": { "de": [ "Currykraut" ], "en": [ "Curry plant" ] }, "misspellings": { "de": [ "Curry-Kraut" ], "en": [ "Helichrisum" ] }, "international_names": { "fr": [ "Immortelle d'Italie" ], "it": [ "Elicriso" ], "es": [ "Helicriso" ] }, "ambiguous_names": [ { "name": "Currykraut", "language": "de", "shared_with": [ "Murraya koenigii" ], "clarification": { "de": "Dieses Kraut riecht nach Curry, ist aber nicht der indische Currybaum.", "en": "This herb smells like curry but is not the Indian curry tree." } } ], "search_terms": { "de": [ "Currykraut", "Helichrysum italicum", "Italienische Strohblume" ], "en": [ "curry plant", "Helichrysum italicum", "Italian strawflower" ] } }, "taxonomy": { "kingdom": "Plantae", "clades": [ "Tracheophyta", "Angiosperms", "Eudicots", "Asterids" ], "order": "Asterales", "family_botanical": "Asteraceae", "family": { "de": "Korbblütler", "en": "Aster family" }, "family_id": "asteraceae", "subfamily": "Asteroideae", "tribe": "Gnaphalieae", "genus": "Helichrysum", "species": "Helichrysum italicum", "hybrid_status": "not_hybrid", "related_crops": [ "Helichrysum stoechas", "Helichrysum bracteatum" ] }, "classification": { "main_group": "Herbs", "sub_group": "Culinary Herbs", "crop_group": "Spice Plants", "life_cycle": "Perennial", "perennial": true, "woody": true, "tree": false, "shrub": true, "edible_parts": { "de": [ "Blätter", "Triebspitzen" ], "en": [ "Leaves", "Shoot tips" ] }, "nutrient_group": "Light feeders" }, "calendar": { "sowing_indoor": { "months": [ 2, 3, 4 ], "earliest_month": 2, "latest_month": 4, "notes": { "de": "Vorkultur in Schalen; Lichtkeimer, Samen nur leicht andrücken.", "en": "Pre-culture in trays; light germinator, press seeds only lightly into soil." } }, "sowing_outdoor": { "months": [ 5, 6 ], "earliest_month": 5, "latest_month": 6, "notes": { "de": "Direktsaat nach den Eisheiligen bei ausreichender Bodentemperatur.", "en": "Direct sowing after the last frost once soil temperature is sufficient." } }, "planting_out": { "months": [ 5, 6 ], "earliest_month": 5, "latest_month": 6, "notes": { "de": "Auspflanzen nach den letzten Frösten Mitte Mai.", "en": "Plant out after the last frosts in mid-May." } }, "harvest": { "months": [ 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 ], "earliest_month": 1, "latest_month": 12, "notes": { "de": "Ganzjährige Ernte möglich; Haupternte vor der Blüte für bestes Aroma.", "en": "Year-round harvest possible; main harvest before flowering for best aroma." } }, "month_tasks": { "1": [ { "de": "Winterschutz bei starkem Kahlfrost kontrollieren.", "en": "Check winter protection during severe black frosts." } ], "2": [ { "de": "Beginn der Vorkultur im Haus.", "en": "Start of indoor pre-culture." } ], "3": [ { "de": "Rückschnitt der Vorjahrestriebe um etwa ein Drittel.", "en": "Prune back previous year's shoots by about one third." } ], "4": [ { "de": "Jungpflanzen pikieren und abhärten.", "en": "Prick out young plants and start hardening off." } ], "5": [ { "de": "Auspflanzen ins Freiland nach dem 15. Mai.", "en": "Planting out in the field after May 15th." } ], "6": [ { "de": "Ernte frischer Triebspitzen; Unkrautkontrolle.", "en": "Harvest fresh shoot tips; weed control." } ], "7": [ { "de": "Haupternte; Trocknen von Zweigen für Gestecke.", "en": "Main harvest; drying branches for arrangements." } ], "8": [ { "de": "Blütenstände nach der Blüte entfernen.", "en": "Remove flower heads after blooming." } ], "9": [ { "de": "Letzte Ernte vor der Ruhephase; Stecklingsvermehrung.", "en": "Final harvest before dormancy; propagation via cuttings." } ], "10": [ { "de": "Boden im Wurzelbereich mit Reisig abdecken.", "en": "Cover soil in the root zone with brushwood." } ], "11": [ { "de": "Kübelpflanzen ins frostfreie Winterquartier bringen.", "en": "Move container plants to frost-free winter quarters." } ], "12": [ { "de": "Zweige nur bei Bedarf für die Küche ernten.", "en": "Harvest sprigs only as needed for the kitchen." } ] }, "month_tasks_structured": { "3": [ { "task": "pruning", "label": { "de": "Rückschnitt", "en": "Pruning" }, "priority": "medium", "months": [ 3, 4 ], "condition": "frost_free_weather", "estimated_effort": "low", "notes": { "de": "Nicht ins alte Holz schneiden, nur die beblätterten Triebe einkürzen.", "en": "Do not cut into old wood; only shorten the leafy shoots." } } ] } }, "book_content": { "overview": { "de": "Das Currykraut ist ein mediterraner Halbstrauch, der durch sein silbrig-graues Laub und den intensiven Duft besticht, der an Currymischungen erinnert. Es eignet sich hervorragend für sonnige Steingärten und Kräuterbeete.", "en": "The curry plant is a Mediterranean subshrub characterized by its silvery-grey foliage and intense fragrance reminiscent of curry powder. It is perfectly suited for sunny rock gardens and herb borders." } }, "structured_month_tasks": { "3": [ { "task": "pruning", "label": { "de": "Pflegeschnitt", "en": "Maintenance Pruning" }, "priority": "high", "months": [ 3 ], "condition": "after_last_hard_frost", "estimated_effort": "low", "notes": { "de": "Fördert kompakten Wuchs und verhindert Verkahlen.", "en": "Promotes compact growth and prevents legginess." } } ], "5": [ { "task": "planting", "label": { "de": "Auspflanzen", "en": "Planting Out" }, "priority": "high", "months": [ 5 ], "condition": "no_frost", "estimated_effort": "medium", "notes": { "de": "Sonnigen, geschützten Platz wählen.", "en": "Choose a sunny, sheltered spot." } } ] }, "cultivation_specs": { "seed": { "seed_depth_cm_min": 0, "seed_depth_cm_max": 0.2, "light_germinator": true, "dark_germinator": false, "cold_germinator": false, "stratification_needed": false, "pre_soaking_recommended": false, "germination_temp_c_min": 18, "germination_temp_c_max": 22, "germination_days_min": 10, "germination_days_max": 21, "seed_lifespan_years_min": 2, "seed_lifespan_years_max": 4, "direct_sowing_possible": true, "pre_culture_recommended": true }, "spacing": { "plant_spacing_cm_min": 30, "plant_spacing_cm_max": 40, "row_spacing_cm_min": 40, "row_spacing_cm_max": 50, "recommended_density_per_sqm_min": 4, "recommended_density_per_sqm_max": 6, "min_bed_width_cm": 40, "square_foot_gardening_spacing": "1 per square", "spacing_notes": { "de": "Ausreichend Platz für die Luftzirkulation lassen, um Pilzbefall zu vermeiden.", "en": "Leave enough space for air circulation to prevent fungal diseases." } }, "growth_dimensions": { "height_cm_min": 40, "height_cm_max": 60, "width_cm_min": 30, "width_cm_max": 50, "root_depth_cm_min": 20, "root_depth_cm_max": 40, "root_spread_cm_min": 20, "root_spread_cm_max": 35, "growth_speed": "medium", "final_size_notes": { "de": "Wird im Alter an der Basis verholzend und strauchartig.", "en": "Becomes woody at the base and shrub-like with age." } }, "temperature": { "min_growing_temp_c": 10, "optimal_temp_c_min": 18, "optimal_temp_c_max": 28, "max_heat_tolerance_c": 38, "soil_temp_for_sowing_c_min": 15, "soil_temp_for_sowing_c_optimal": 20, "frost_sensitive": true, "late_frost_sensitive": true, "heat_tolerance": "high", "cold_tolerance": "low", "temperature_notes": { "de": "In Deutschland nur bedingt winterhart bis ca. -5°C bis -10°C; Schutz erforderlich.", "en": "Only partially hardy in Germany down to approx. -5°C to -10°C; protection required." } }, "water": { "water_need": "low", "critical_water_phases": { "de": [ "Anwachsphase", "Keimphase" ], "en": [ "Establishment phase", "Germination phase" ] }, "drought_tolerant": true, "drought_sensitivity": "low", "waterlogging_sensitive": true, "mulching_recommended": false, "water_notes": { "de": "Staunässe unbedingt vermeiden; bevorzugt trockene Füße.", "en": "Avoid waterlogging at all costs; prefers dry feet." } }, "nutrition": { "nutrient_group": "light_feeder", "heavy_feeder": false, "medium_feeder": false, "light_feeder": true, "nitrogen_need": "low", "phosphorus_need": "low", "potassium_need": "medium", "calcium_need": "medium", "magnesium_need": "low", "compost_recommended": true, "mulching_recommended": false, "fertilizer_sensitivity": "medium", "nutrition_notes": { "de": "Wenig Dünger erforderlich; eine Gabe Kompost im Frühjahr genügt meist.", "en": "Little fertilizer required; one application of compost in spring is usually sufficient." } }, "container": { "container_suitable": true, "min_pot_volume_l": 5, "recommended_pot_volume_l": 10, "min_pot_depth_cm": 25, "min_pot_diameter_cm": 25, "plants_per_container_min": 1, "plants_per_container_max": 1, "drainage_required": true, "repotting_needed": true, "container_notes": { "de": "Drainageschicht aus Blähton oder Kies ist im Topf essenziell.", "en": "Drainage layer of expanded clay or gravel is essential in pots." } }, "support": { "needs_support": false, "support_recommended": false, "climbing": false, "vining": false, "trellis_recommended": false, "training_required": false, "support_notes": { "de": "Stabile, verholzende Triebe benötigen keine Stütze.", "en": "Stable, woody stems do not require support." } }, "cultivation_modes": { "outdoor_bed_suitable": true, "raised_bed_suitable": true, "container_suitable": true, "balcony_suitable": true, "greenhouse_suitable": true, "polytunnel_suitable": false, "indoor_suitable": false, "windowsill_suitable": true, "hydroponic_possible": false, "permaculture_suitable": true, "no_dig_suitable": true }, "yield_density": { "yield_per_plant_min": 50, "yield_per_plant_max": 150, "yield_unit": "g (fresh weight)", "yield_per_sqm_min": 200, "yield_per_sqm_max": 600, "yield_reliability": "high", "yield_notes": { "de": "Ertrag bezieht sich auf die laufende Ernte von Triebspitzen.", "en": "Yield refers to the ongoing harvest of shoot tips." } } }, "site": { "exposure": { "de": "Vollsonnig", "en": "Full sun" }, "wind_tolerance": { "de": "Mittel; windgeschützte Lage bevorzugt.", "en": "Medium; sheltered location preferred." }, "microclimate_requirements": { "de": "Warm, trocken, mediterran.", "en": "Warm, dry, Mediterranean." } }, "soil": { "soil_type": { "de": "Sandig, kiesig, durchlässig", "en": "Sandy, gravelly, well-draining" }, "ph_range_min": 6.5, "ph_range_max": 7.5, "humus_demand": { "de": "Gering", "en": "Low" } }, "watering": { "strategy": { "de": "Eher trocken halten; nur bei anhaltender Hitze gießen.", "en": "Keep rather dry; water only during prolonged heat." } }, "nutrition": { "fertilizing_schedule": { "de": "Einmalig im Frühjahr mit organischem Langzeitdünger oder Kompost.", "en": "Once in spring with organic slow-release fertilizer or compost." } }, "cultivation_planning": { "succession_sowing": { "possible": false }, "bed_planning_notes": { "de": "Gute Nachbarn sind andere mediterrane Kräuter wie Rosmarin oder Salbei.", "en": "Good neighbors are other Mediterranean herbs like rosemary or sage." }, "rotation_priority": "low", "interplanting_potential": "high" }, "crop_rotation": { "rotation_priority": "low", "preceding_crops": { "de": [ "Leguminosen", "Schwachzehrer" ], "en": [ "Legumes", "Light feeders" ] }, "following_crops": { "de": [ "Andere mediterrane Kräuter", "Schwachzehrer" ], "en": [ "Other Mediterranean herbs", "Light feeders" ] }, "notes": { "de": "Als mehrjährige, verholzende Pflanze verbleibt das Currykraut meist viele Jahre am selben Standort.", "en": "As a perennial, woody plant, the curry plant usually remains in the same location for many years." } }, "companion_planting": { "approach": "Mediterranean community", "good_neighbors": [ { "slug": "rosmarin", "name": { "de": "Rosmarin", "en": "Rosemary" }, "reason": { "de": "Ähnliche Ansprüche an Standort und Wasser.", "en": "Similar site and water requirements." }, "relationship_type": "beneficial" }, { "slug": "salbei", "name": { "de": "Salbei", "en": "Sage" }, "reason": { "de": "Beide bevorzugen trockene, sonnige Lagen.", "en": "Both prefer dry, sunny locations." }, "relationship_type": "beneficial" }, { "slug": "thymian", "name": { "de": "Thymian", "en": "Thyme" }, "reason": { "de": "Ergänzen sich gut im Beet ohne Konkurrenz.", "en": "Complement each other in the bed without competition." }, "relationship_type": "beneficial" } ], "bad_neighbors": [ { "slug": "minze", "name": { "de": "Minze", "en": "Mint" }, "reason": { "de": "Minze benötigt viel mehr Feuchtigkeit und wuchert zu stark.", "en": "Mint requires much more moisture and is too invasive." }, "relationship_type": "antagonistic" }, { "slug": "liebstoeckel", "name": { "de": "Liebstöckel", "en": "Lovage" }, "reason": { "de": "Viel zu hoher Wasser- und Nährstoffbedarf.", "en": "Much higher water and nutrient requirements." }, "relationship_type": "antagonistic" } ], "design_rules": { "de": [ "In Gruppen von 3-5 Pflanzen setzen für beste Wirkung.", "Genügend Abstand für Luftzirkulation lassen." ], "en": [ "Plant in groups of 3-5 for best visual effect.", "Leave enough space for air circulation." ] }, "notes": { "de": "Ideal für Steingärten oder mediterrane Kräuterspiralen.", "en": "Ideal for rock gardens or Mediterranean herb spirals." } }, "deficiencies": { "nitrogen_deficiency": { "name": { "de": "Stickstoffmangel", "en": "Nitrogen deficiency" }, "symptoms": { "de": "Blasse, gelbliche Blätter; kümmerlicher Wuchs.", "en": "Pale, yellowish leaves; stunted growth." } } }, "problems": { "winter_kill": { "name": { "de": "Frostschäden / Auswintern", "en": "Winter kill / Frost damage" }, "description": { "de": "Zweige werden schwarz oder trocken nach harten Frostperioden.", "en": "Twigs turn black or dry after severe frost periods." } }, "leggy_growth": { "name": { "de": "Verkahlen", "en": "Legginess" }, "description": { "de": "Lange, blattlose Triebe im unteren Bereich durch fehlenden Schnitt.", "en": "Long, leafless stems at the base due to lack of pruning." } } }, "problem_management": { "common_pest_groups": { "de": [ "Saugende Insekten" ], "en": [ "Sucking insects" ] }, "common_disease_groups": { "de": [ "Pilzerkrankungen durch Staunässe" ], "en": [ "Fungal diseases caused by waterlogging" ] }, "prevention_principles": { "de": [ "Durchlässigen Boden sicherstellen", "Sonnigen Standort wählen", "Regelmäßiger Rückschnitt im Frühjahr" ], "en": [ "Ensure well-draining soil", "Choose a sunny location", "Regular pruning in spring" ] }, "diagnosis_notes": { "de": "Die meisten Probleme beim Currykraut resultieren aus zu viel Feuchtigkeit oder mangelndem Licht.", "en": "Most problems with curry plants result from too much moisture or lack of light." } }, "disease_graph": { "scope": "common_ailments", "profiles": [ { "slug": "root-rot", "severity": "high", "conditions": { "de": [ "Staunässe", "Verdichteter Boden" ], "en": [ "Waterlogging", "Compacted soil" ] }, "affected_parts": { "de": [ "Wurzeln", "Basis der Triebe" ], "en": [ "Roots", "Base of shoots" ] }, "prevention": { "de": [ "Drainageschicht einbauen", "Nur mäßig gießen" ], "en": [ "Install drainage layer", "Water only moderately" ] }, "organic_control": { "de": [ "Betroffene Pflanze entfernen", "Boden auflockern" ], "en": [ "Remove affected plant", "Loosen soil" ] } } ], "diagnostic_rules": [ { "symptom": { "de": "Gelbe Blätter und weiche Basis", "en": "Yellow leaves and soft base" }, "possible_causes": [ "root-rot" ], "first_checks": { "de": [ "Bodenfeuchtigkeit prüfen", "Drainage im Topf kontrollieren" ], "en": [ "Check soil moisture", "Check drainage in pot" ] } } ], "prevention_strategy": { "cultural": { "de": [ "Rückschnitt im Frühjahr", "Winterschutz mit Reisig" ], "en": [ "Spring pruning", "Winter protection with brushwood" ] }, "monitoring": { "de": [ "Wöchentliche Kontrolle auf Blattläuse an Triebspitzen" ], "en": [ "Weekly check for aphids on shoot tips" ] }, "organic_first_response": { "de": [ "Abspritzen mit Wasserstrahl bei leichtem Schädlingsbefall" ], "en": [ "Hose down with water for minor pest infestations" ] }, "notes": { "de": "Vorsicht beim Rückschnitt: Nicht ins alte, unbeblätterte Holz schneiden.", "en": "Careful when pruning: do not cut into old, leafless wood." } } }, "phenology": { "stages": { "de": [ "Vegetative Phase mit silbrigem Laub", "Knospenbildung im Frühsommer", "Blütezeit von Juni bis August", "Samenreife im Spätsommer", "Winterruhe" ], "en": [ "Vegetative phase with silvery foliage", "Bud formation in early summer", "Flowering period from June to August", "Seed ripening in late summer", "Winter dormancy" ] }, "notes": { "de": "Mehrjährige, verholzende Staude mit charakteristischem Curry-Duft bei Wärme.", "en": "Perennial, woody subshrub with a characteristic curry fragrance in warm weather." } }, "flowering_pollination": { "flowering_period": [ 6, 7, 8 ], "flower_color": { "de": "Gelb", "en": "Yellow" }, "flower_type": { "de": "Körbchenblüten", "en": "Capitula (flower heads)" } }, "pollination": { "summary": { "de": "Bestäubung erfolgt hauptsächlich durch Insekten wie Bienen und Schmetterlinge.", "en": "Pollination is primarily carried out by insects such as bees and butterflies." }, "pollinator_required": true, "self_fertility": "partially_self_fertile", "pollinator_notes": { "de": "Wertvolle Bienenweide im Hochsommer.", "en": "Valuable bee pasture in midsummer." } }, "harvest": { "harvest_period": [ 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 ], "main_harvest_months": [ 6, 7 ], "harvest_parts": { "de": [ "Triebspitzen", "Blätter", "Blütenstände" ], "en": [ "Shoot tips", "Leaves", "Flower heads" ] } }, "harvest_details": { "harvest_frequency": { "de": "Laufend nach Bedarf; Haupternte für Trockenzweige kurz vor der Vollblüte.", "en": "Ongoing as needed; main harvest for dried sprigs just before full bloom." }, "harvest_indicators": { "de": [ "Triebspitzen sind weich und biegsam", "Intensiver Duft bei Berührung", "Blütenknospen fangen an, sich gelb zu färben" ], "en": [ "Shoot tips are soft and flexible", "Intense fragrance when touched", "Flower buds begin to turn yellow" ] }, "post_harvest_handling": { "de": "Frisch verwenden oder im Schatten lufttrocknen für Trockengestecke.", "en": "Use fresh or air-dry in the shade for dried flower arrangements." } }, "storage": { "fresh_storage": { "de": "In ein feuchtes Tuch gewickelt im Kühlschrank (ca. 3-5 Tage).", "en": "Wrapped in a damp cloth in the refrigerator (approx. 3-5 days)." }, "dried_storage": { "de": "In luftdichten Gläsern an einem dunklen Ort; Aroma verfliegt beim Trocknen jedoch stark.", "en": "In airtight jars in a dark place; however, aroma fades significantly when dried." } }, "storage_details": { "general_storage_category": { "de": "Frischkräuter / Trockenblumen", "en": "Fresh herbs / Dried flowers" }, "storage_life": { "de": "Frisch: 1 Woche; Getrocknet (als Deko): 1-2 Jahre.", "en": "Fresh: 1 week; Dried (for decor): 1-2 years." }, "processing_options": { "de": [ "Frischverzehr (mitkochen)", "Trocknen für Dekoration", "Ölauszug" ], "en": [ "Fresh consumption (cooked with dishes)", "Drying for decoration", "Oil infusion" ] } }, "processing_use": { "culinary": { "de": "Zweige werden mitgekocht und vor dem Servieren entfernt.", "en": "Sprigs are cooked with the dish and removed before serving." }, "ornamental": { "de": "Beliebt in der Floristik als 'Immortelle' für Trockensträuße.", "en": "Popular in floristry as 'Immortelle' for dried bouquets." } }, "kitchen_usage": { "flavor_profile": { "de": "Curry-ähnlich, leicht herb, dezent salbeiartig.", "en": "Curry-like, slightly bitter, subtle sage-like notes." }, "suitable_dishes": { "de": [ "Reisgerichte", "Eintöpfe", "Fischgerichte", "Gemüsepfannen" ], "en": [ "Rice dishes", "Stews", "Fish dishes", "Vegetable stir-fries" ] } }, "safety_and_edibility": { "edible_parts": { "de": [ "Blätter", "Junge Triebe" ], "en": [ "Leaves", "Young shoots" ] }, "inedible_or_caution_parts": { "de": [ "Verholzte Stängel" ], "en": [ "Woody stems" ] }, "toxicity_notes": { "de": "Ungiftig, aber in großen Mengen schwer verdaulich; meist nur als Würzzweig verwendet.", "en": "Non-toxic, but hard to digest in large quantities; mostly used only as a flavoring sprig." }, "raw_consumption": { "de": "Nicht empfohlen; die Blätter haben eine zähe Struktur.", "en": "Not recommended; the leaves have a tough texture." } }, "seed_saving": { "collection_time": [ 8, 9 ], "method": { "de": "Verblühte Köpfe abschneiden, wenn sie trocken und braun sind.", "en": "Cut off spent heads when they are dry and brown." } }, "seed_saving_advanced": { "isolation_distance_m": 50, "seed_purity_notes": { "de": "Kreuzungen mit anderen Helichrysum-Arten möglich.", "en": "Cross-pollination with other Helichrysum species possible." }, "cleaning_process": { "de": "Samen aus den Körbchen reiben und Spreu durch Windreinigung entfernen.", "en": "Rub seeds out of the heads and remove chaff by winnowing." } }, "woody_crop_details": { "rootstock_relevance": "not_applicable", "renewal_pruning_relevance": "high", "notes": { "de": "Als mehrjährige, verholzende Pflanze profitiert Currykraut von einem jährlichen Rückschnitt zur Verjüngung und zur Förderung eines kompakten Wuchses.", "en": "As a perennial, woody plant, curry plant benefits from annual pruning for rejuvenation and to promote compact growth." } }, "pruning_logic": { "scope": "woody_shrubs", "system": "renewal_pruning", "remove": { "de": [ "Abgestorbene, kranke oder beschädigte Triebe", "Zu lange, überhängende Triebe zur Formgebung", "Verblühte Blütenstände nach der Blüte (optional, um Samenbildung zu vermeiden)" ], "en": [ "Dead, diseased, or damaged shoots", "Overly long, drooping shoots for shaping", "Spent flower heads after blooming (optional, to prevent seed formation)" ] }, "preserve": { "de": [ "Gesunde, junge Triebe", "Kompakte Wuchsform", "Basis der Pflanze mit Knospen für den Neuaustrieb" ], "en": [ "Healthy, young shoots", "Compact growth habit", "Base of the plant with buds for new growth" ] }, "avoid": { "de": [ "Schnitt ins alte, unbeblätterte Holz", "Zu starken Rückschnitt, der die Pflanze schwächt", "Schnitt bei Frost" ], "en": [ "Cutting into old, leafless wood", "Overly severe pruning that weakens the plant", "Pruning during frost" ] }, "timing_rules": [ { "season": "spring", "months": [ 3, 4 ], "purpose": { "de": "Verjüngungsschnitt, Entfernung von Winterschäden, Förderung des Neuaustriebs", "en": "Rejuvenation pruning, removal of winter damage, promotion of new growth" }, "notes": { "de": "Warten Sie, bis die stärksten Fröste vorüber sind. Ein leichter Rückschnitt ist auch im Herbst möglich, um die Größe zu kontrollieren.", "en": "Wait until the harshest frosts have passed. Light pruning is also possible in autumn to control size." } } ], "cut_location_rules": { "de": [ "Schnitte knapp über einem Blatt oder einer Knospe setzen.", "Bei der Formgebung auf eine gleichmäßige Verteilung der Triebe achten." ], "en": [ "Make cuts just above a leaf or bud.", "Ensure even distribution of shoots when shaping." ] }, "intensity_rules": { "de": { "light": "Entfernen von einzelnen abgestorbenen Trieben oder leichtes Einkürzen von Triebspitzen.", "medium": "Rückschnitt um etwa ein Drittel der Trieblänge, um Verzweigung zu fördern.", "heavy": "Entfernen von bis zu zwei Dritteln der alten Triebe, um die Pflanze stark zu verjüngen (nur bei Bedarf)." }, "en": { "light": "Removing individual dead shoots or lightly tipping shoot ends.", "medium": "Cutting back by about one-third of the shoot length to encourage branching.", "heavy": "Removing up to two-thirds of old shoots to heavily rejuvenate the plant (only if necessary)." } }, "tool_hygiene": { "de": "Gartenschere vor und nach Gebrauch reinigen, um Krankheitsübertragung zu vermeiden.", "en": "Clean secateurs before and after use to prevent disease transmission." }, "notes": { "de": "Ein regelmäßiger Schnitt ist entscheidend, um ein Verkahlen der Basis zu verhindern und die aromatische Qualität der Blätter zu erhalten.", "en": "Regular pruning is crucial to prevent the base from becoming bare and to maintain the aromatic quality of the leaves." } }, "pruning_training": { "de": "Der Schnitt erfolgt im Frühjahr, um verblühte Triebe zu entfernen und die Pflanze zu verjüngen. Nicht ins alte Holz schneiden.", "en": "Pruning is done in spring to remove spent growth and rejuvenate the plant. Do not cut into old wood." }, "ecology": { "pollinator_value": "high", "wildlife_value": "medium", "biodiversity_notes": { "de": "Die gelben Blütenstände ziehen im Hochsommer zahlreiche Wildbienen und Schwebfliegen an.", "en": "The yellow flower heads attract numerous wild bees and hoverflies in midsummer." } }, "practical_notes": [ { "topic": "culinary", "de": "Nur ganze Zweige mitkochen und vor dem Essen entfernen, da die Blätter zäh sind.", "en": "Only cook whole sprigs and remove before eating, as the leaves are tough." }, { "topic": "winter_protection", "de": "In rauen Lagen mit Vlies oder Tannenreisig abdecken, um Frosttrocknis zu vermeiden.", "en": "In harsh climates, cover with fleece or fir brushwood to prevent frost drought." } ], "seasonal_content": { "spring": { "de": "Jetzt ist die beste Zeit für den Rückschnitt.", "en": "Now is the best time for pruning." } }, "slug": "currykraut", "sources": [ { "title": "Wikidata entity", "url": "https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1587861", "publisher": "Wikidata", "date_accessed": "2026-05-12" }, { "title": "GBIF species match", "url": "https://api.gbif.org/v1/species/match?name=Helichrysum%20italicum&kingdom=Plantae", "publisher": "GBIF", "date_accessed": "2026-05-12" }, { "title": "Deutschsprachige Wikipedia: Italienische Strohblume", "url": "https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italienische_Strohblume", "publisher": "Wikipedia", "date_accessed": "2026-05-12" }, { "title": "English Wikipedia: Helichrysum italicum", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helichrysum_italicum", "publisher": "Wikipedia", "date_accessed": "2026-05-12" } ] }