Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sicula
ID:
578259

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 355 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577591



Common Names

  • Cachrys sicula
  • Sicula Cachrys
  • Sicilian Cachrys


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Synonyms

  • Ulospermum siculum Link [unknown]
  • Smyrnium hispidum Crantz [unknown]
  • Seseli brachylobum (Batt.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
  • Cachrys crispata Pomel [unknown]
  • Cachrys pterochlaena DC. [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum brachylobum (Batt.) Sennen & Mauricio [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum crispatum Pomel [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum pterochlaenum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum siculum Hoffmanns. & Link [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum bocconei brachylobum Batt. [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum bocconei crispatum (Pomel) Batt. [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum libanotis crispatum (Pomel) Maire [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum libanotis crispulum Maire [unknown]
  • Hippomarathrum libanotis pterochlaenum (Boiss.) Maire [unknown]

Description

Cachrys sicula (also called Sicilian Cachrys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It is a small herb that grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cachrys sicula 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 sicula 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 sicula

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

Cachrys sicula FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cachrys sicula?

Cachrys sicula is native to Europe and Asia.

What type of climate does Cachrys sicula prefer?

Cachrys sicula prefers a cool, temperate climate.

How much light does Cachrys sicula need?

Cachrys sicula 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,