Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bavarica
ID:
555470

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Flora 41: 161 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554802



Common Names

  • Astrantia bavarica
  • Bavarica Astrantia
  • Bavarica's Astrantia


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Synonyms

  • Sanicula bavarica E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Astrantia alpina Stur ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Astrantia carniolica W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Astrantia dondiifolia Schur [unknown]
  • Astrantia gracilis Bartl. [unknown]
  • Astrantia microphylla Schur [unknown]

Description

Astrantia bavarica (also called Bavarian Masterwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Europe. It grows in moist, shady, and grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astrantia bavarica is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, reduce fever, and improve circulation. Additionally, it is used as an herbal remedy for various ailments such as headaches, colds, and flu.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrantia bavarica has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrantia bavarica can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. Both should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Astrantia bavarica

Astrantia bavarica can be found in the mountains of Germany.

Astrantia bavarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrantia bavarica?

Astrantia bavarica

What is the common name of Astrantia bavarica?

Bavarian Masterwort

What is the natural habitat of Astrantia bavarica?

It is found in moist meadows and forests in Central Europe

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,

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