Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
leucotrichus
ID:
531855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 6: 393 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531187



Common Names

  • Ammodaucus leucotrichus
  • White-Haired Ammodaucus
  • White-Haired Ammodendron


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Synonyms

  • Cuminum maroccanum P.H.Davis & Hedge [unknown]
  • Ammodaucus leucotrichus brevipilus L.Chevall. [unknown]
  • Ammodaucus leucotrichus longipilus L.Chevall. [unknown]

Description

Ammodaucus leucotrichus (also called White-haired Ammodaucus, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ammodaucus leucotrichus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ammodaucus leucotrichus sub. nanocarpus Beltrán-Tej.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ammodaucus leucotrichus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ammodaucus leucotrichus is an annual species of plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a fast-growing species with small, opposite leaves and small, white flowers. Cultivation and propagation: Ammodaucus leucotrichus is easily grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in moist soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ammodaucus leucotrichus

Ammodaucus leucotrichus can be found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs, throughout Europe, Asia, and North America.

Ammodaucus leucotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ammodaucus leucotrichus?

Ammodaucus leucotrichus

What are the common names of Ammodaucus leucotrichus?

White-haired Bishop's-weed, White-haired Bishop's Weed

What is the natural habitat of Ammodaucus leucotrichus?

It is found in wetland habitats such as bogs, marshes, and wet meadows

Species in the Ammodaucus genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2633906: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.