Arracacia brandegeei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
J.M.Coult. & Rose
Source:
cmp
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 2: 165 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549564
Common Names
- Arracacia brandegeei
- Brandegee's Arracacia
- Brandegee's Parsnip
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arracacia brandegeei (also called Brandegee's Arracacia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a thick, dark-colored root and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Arracacia brandegeei is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Arracacia brandegeei is a small, white to pinkish-white spike, with a single spikelet per flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arracacia brandegeei is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Division should be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Arracacia brandegeei
Arracacia brandegeei can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Arracacia brandegeei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arracacia brandegeei?
Arracacia brandegeei
What is the common name of Arracacia brandegeei?
Brandegee's root celery
What is the natural habitat of Arracacia brandegeei?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Arracacia genus
Arracacia aegopodioides, Arracacia annulata, Arracacia anomala, Arracacia atropurpurea, Arracacia bracteata, Arracacia brandegeei, Arracacia chiapensis, Arracacia colombiana, Arracacia compacta, Arracacia donnell-smithii, Arracacia ebracteata, Arracacia elata, Arracacia equatorialis, Arracacia filipes, Arracacia fruticosa, Arracacia hemsleyana, Arracacia hintonii, Arracacia incisa, Arracacia longipedunculata, Arracacia macvaughii, Arracacia meyeri, Arracacia molseedii, Arracacia montana, Arracacia moschata, Arracacia nelsonii, Arracacia ovata, Arracacia papillosa, Arracacia peruviana, Arracacia pringlei, Arracacia pubescens, Arracacia purpusii, Arracacia quadrifida, Arracacia ravenii, Arracacia rigida, Arracacia schiedei, Arracacia schneideri, Arracacia tapalpae, Arracacia ternata, Arracacia tillettii, Arracacia tolucensis, Arracacia xanthorrhiza,
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-2653075: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.