Genus guide
Daucus — 19 species
Part of the Carrot & parsley family family (Apiaceae)
Daucus is the carrot genus, encompassing familiar food crops such as the garden carrot, Danvers carrot, and Nantes carrot, as well as wild relatives. Grown primarily as an outdoor or container edible, carrots require full sun — at least six hours daily — and deep, loose, well-draining soil kept evenly moist to encourage long, straight roots. They are cool-season crops, maturing in 70–80 days. According to the ASPCA, Daucus carota (carrot flower) is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making the genus pet-safe.
All Daucus species we cover
- 'Paris Market' Carrot
- 'Purple Haze' Carrot
- Autumn King Carrot
- Carrot
- Carrot 'Atomic Red'
- Carrot 'Dragon'
- Carrot 'Parmex'
- Carrot 'Solar Yellow'
- Chantenay Carrot
- Chantenay Carrot
- Cosmic Purple Carrot
- Danvers Carrot
- Danvers Carrot
- Garden Carrot
- Imperator Carrot
- Nantes Carrot
- Nantes Carrot
- Paris Market Carrot
- Purple Haze Carrot
Daucus — frequently asked questions
Are Daucus plants toxic to cats and dogs?
Most Daucus are pet-safe. Of the 19 Daucus species we cover, 19 are non-toxic on the ASPCA list and 0 carry a toxic or mildly-toxic rating. Even so, confirm the individual species before trusting it around pets.
How much light do Daucus plants need?
Most Daucus do best in direct sun. If yours stretches toward the window or loses its variegation it wants more light; scorched or bleached leaves mean it is getting too much direct sun.
Are Daucus easy to care for?
Some Daucus suit more experienced growers — several want strong light, sharp drainage or a specific seasonal rhythm. Check the individual species page for the exact regime.
How many Daucus varieties are there?
Growli's care library covers 19 Daucus species and varieties — browse them all above. They share a similar light, water and soil pattern, so once you learn one Daucus, the rest follow closely.
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