Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Boissieu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 56: 353 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598921
Common Names
- Chaerophyllopsis huai
- Huai Chaerophyllopsis
- Huai Chaerophyllopsis
Description
Chaerophyllopsis huai (also called 'Huai Chaerophyllopsis', among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant with long stems and leaves. It is native to South America, and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chaerophyllopsis huai is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for treating fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaerophyllopsis huai has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with round, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Chaerophyllopsis huai: Chaerophyllopsis huai is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Chaerophyllopsis huai
Chaerophyllopsis huai is native to China.
Chaerophyllopsis huai FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Chaerophyllopsis huai?
Chaerophyllopsis huai is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What type of soil does Chaerophyllopsis huai prefer?
Chaerophyllopsis huai prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
How often should Chaerophyllopsis huai be watered?
Chaerophyllopsis huai should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.
Species in the Chaerophyllopsis 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,