Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
handelii
ID:
522236

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wolff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 717 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521568



Common Names

  • Aegopodium handelii
  • Handel's Bishop's Weed
  • Handel's False Aegopodium


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Description

Aegopodium handelii (also called Handel's Ground-pine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Aegopodium handelii is a herbaceous plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aegopodium handelii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aegopodium handelii is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some flooding. It is a low maintenance plant and does not require much fertilization.

Where to Find Aegopodium handelii

Aegopodium handelii is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It can be found in forests and mountain slopes at elevations of 500-2,000 meters.

Aegopodium handelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aegopodium handelii?

Aegopodium handelii

What is the common name of Aegopodium handelii?

Handel's Aegopodium

What is the growth habit of Aegopodium handelii?

It is an herbaceous perennial with a creeping habit.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,