Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
tolucanum
ID:
507464

Status:
valid

Authors:
(I.M.Johnst.) K.F.Chung

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 32: 679 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506796



Common Names

  • Chaerophyllum tolucanum
  • Mexican parsley
  • Mexican chervil


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Synonyms

  • Oreomyrrhis tolucana I.M.Johnst. [unknown]

Description

Chaerophyllum tolucanum (also called 'Toluca Chervil', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico, and is found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaerophyllum tolucanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Chaerophyllum tolucanum is a white umbel with a few flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaerophyllum tolucanum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C). It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Chaerophyllum tolucanum

Chaerophyllum tolucanum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Chaerophyllum tolucanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaerophyllum tolucanum?

Chaerophyllum tolucanum

What is the common name of Chaerophyllum tolucanum?

Toluca Chervil

What is the natural habitat of Chaerophyllum tolucanum?

Grassland, scrub, and forest margins

Species in the Chaerophyllum genus

Chaerophyllum andicola, Chaerophyllum argenteum, Chaerophyllum australianum, Chaerophyllum azorellaceum, Chaerophyllum basicola, Chaerophyllum borneense, Chaerophyllum brevipes, Chaerophyllum buwaldianum, Chaerophyllum colensoi, Chaerophyllum daucoides, Chaerophyllum eriopodum, Chaerophyllum guatemalense, Chaerophyllum gunnii, Chaerophyllum involucratum, Chaerophyllum lineare, Chaerophyllum nanhuense, Chaerophyllum novae-zelandiae, Chaerophyllum orizabae, Chaerophyllum papuanum, Chaerophyllum plicatum, Chaerophyllum pulvinificum, Chaerophyllum pumilum, Chaerophyllum ramosum, Chaerophyllum sessiliflorum, Chaerophyllum taiwanianum, Chaerophyllum tolucanum, Chaerophyllum aksekiense, Chaerophyllum angelicifolium, Chaerophyllum aromaticum, Chaerophyllum astrantiae, Chaerophyllum atlanticum, Chaerophyllum aurantiacum, Chaerophyllum aureum, Chaerophyllum azoricum, Chaerophyllum bobrovii, Chaerophyllum borodini, Chaerophyllum bulbosum, Chaerophyllum byzantinum, Chaerophyllum coloratum, Chaerophyllum confusum, Chaerophyllum creticum, Chaerophyllum crinitum, Chaerophyllum dasycarpum, Chaerophyllum elegans, Chaerophyllum hakkiaricum, Chaerophyllum heldreichii, Chaerophyllum hirsutum, Chaerophyllum humile, Chaerophyllum karsianum, Chaerophyllum khorossanicum,

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

Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Kuo Fang Chung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.F.Chung' in the authors string.