Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
578252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jan ex Guss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Prodr. 1(App.): 7 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577584



Common Names

  • Cachrys pungens
  • Pungens Cachrys
  • Sharp-Leaved Cachrys


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Synonyms

  • Hippomarathrum pungens Boiss. ex Pomel [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum pungens Lojac. [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum libanotis pungens (Jan ex Guss.) Fiori [unknown]

Description

Cachrys pungens (also called Cachrys pungens, among many other common names) is a plant species in the genus Cachrys. It is a shrub that grows up to 1 m tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry, open areas, such as scrubland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Cachrys pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cachrys pungens is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cachrys pungens is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the plant in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. The divisions should be kept in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Cachrys pungens

Cachrys pungens is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Cachrys pungens FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cachrys pungens?

Cachrys pungens is native to Europe and Asia.

What type of climate does Cachrys pungens prefer?

Cachrys pungens prefers a cool, temperate climate.

How much light does Cachrys pungens need?

Cachrys pungens needs bright, indirect light.

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

Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.
Giorgio Jan (1791-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:839567-1: Based on the initial data import