Ferula seravschanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pimenov & J.V.Baranova
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 7: 376 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686801
Common Names
- Ferula seravschanica
- Seravschanica Ferula
- Seravschanica Giant Fennel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ferula seravschanica (also called Seravshan Fennel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is a biennial herb with a thick, woody rootstock and a stem that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ferula seravschanica is used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ferula seravschanica is yellow and small, with four petals. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ferula seravschanica is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in the fall.
Where to Find Ferula seravschanica
Ferula seravschanica can be found in the mountains of Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.
Ferula seravschanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferula seravschanica?
Ferula seravschanica
Where does Ferula seravschanica grow?
Ferula seravschanica is native to Iran and Afghanistan.
What is the height of Ferula seravschanica?
Ferula seravschanica typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 meters.
Species in the Ferula genus
Ferula mervynii, Ferula pimenovii, Ferula cupularis, Ferula elbursensis, Ferula hezarlalehzarica, Ferula laseroides, Ferula afghanica, Ferula akitschkensis, Ferula alaica, Ferula alliacea, Ferula amanicola, Ferula anatolica, Ferula angreni, Ferula armandi, Ferula arrigonii, Ferula assa-foetida, Ferula atlantica, Ferula badra-kema, Ferula baluchistanica, Ferula barbeyi, Ferula behboudiana, Ferula bilasi, Ferula biverticellata, Ferula blanchei, Ferula botschantzevii, Ferula bungeana, Ferula calcarea, Ferula canescens, Ferula caspica, Ferula caucasica, Ferula ceratophylla, Ferula clematidifolia, Ferula communis, Ferula conocaula, Ferula coskunii, Ferula costata, Ferula cypria, Ferula czatkalensis, Ferula daninii, Ferula decurrens, Ferula dictyocarpa, Ferula dissecta, Ferula diversivittata, Ferula drudeana, Ferula dshizakensis, Ferula dubjanskyi, Ferula elaeochytris, Ferula equisetacea, Ferula euxina, Ferula fedoroviorum,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2808644: Based on the initial data import
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
J.(Yu.) V. Baranova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.V.Baranova' in the authors string.