Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 17: 719 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521572
Common Names
- Goutweed
- Ground Elder
- Bishop's Weed
Description
Aegopodium latifolium (also called Broad-leaved 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 latifolium 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 latifolium 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aegopodium latifolium 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 latifolium
Aegopodium latifolium can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Aegopodium latifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aegopodium latifolium?
Aegopodium latifolium
What is the common name of Aegopodium latifolium?
Broadleaf Aegopodium
What is the growth habit of Aegopodium latifolium?
It is an herbaceous perennial with a creeping habit.
Species in the Aegopodium genus
Aegopodium alpestre,
Aegopodium burttii,
Aegopodium handelii,
Aegopodium henryi,
Aegopodium kashmirica,
Aegopodium latifolium,
Aegopodium podagraria,
Aegopodium tadshikorum,
Aegopodium tribracteolatum,
Aegopodium decumbens,
Aegopodium komarovii,
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,