Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
davidsonii
ID:
507600

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Coult. & Rose) R.L.Hartm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Sida 22: 956 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506932



Common Names

  • Cymopterus davidsonii
  • Davidson's Cymopterus
  • Davidsonii Cymopterus


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Synonyms

  • Aletes davidsonii J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Pteryxia davidsonii (J.M.Coult. & Rose) Mathias & Constance [unknown]
  • Pseudocymopterus davidsonii Mathias [unknown]

Description

Cymopterus davidsonii (also called Davidson's springparsley, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers. It is native to California, and grows in dry, open habitats, such as chaparral and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cymopterus davidsonii is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for making paper and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymopterus davidsonii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymopterus davidsonii is a perennial, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil.

Where to Find Cymopterus davidsonii

Cymopterus davidsonii is native to the United States and can be found in the western states of Utah, Nevada, and California.

Cymopterus davidsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymopterus davidsonii?

Cymopterus davidsonii

What is the family of Cymopterus davidsonii?

Apiaceae

Where is Cymopterus davidsonii native to?

California

Species in the Cymopterus genus

Cymopterus davidsonii, Cymopterus sessiliflorus, Cymopterus aboriginum, Cymopterus alpinus, Cymopterus anisatus, Cymopterus bakeri, Cymopterus basalticus, Cymopterus beckii, Cymopterus cinerarius, Cymopterus coulteri, Cymopterus davisii, Cymopterus deserticola, Cymopterus douglassii, Cymopterus duchesnensis, Cymopterus evertii, Cymopterus gilmanii, Cymopterus glaucus, Cymopterus globosus, Cymopterus glomeratus, Cymopterus goodrichii, Cymopterus hendersonii, Cymopterus humilis, Cymopterus lapidosus, Cymopterus lemmonii, Cymopterus longipes, Cymopterus macdougalii, Cymopterus megacephalus, Cymopterus minimus, Cymopterus newberryi, Cymopterus nivalis, Cymopterus petraeus, Cymopterus purpureus, Cymopterus ripleyi, Cymopterus rosei, Cymopterus terebinthinus, Cymopterus trotteri, Cymopterus williamsii, Cymopterus crawfordensis, Cymopterus spellenbergii,

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

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Ronald Lee Hartman (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Hartm.' in the authors string.