Status:
valid
Authors:
Bajtenov
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk Kazakhsk. S.S.R. 9: 28 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686842
Common Names
- Taucumica Ferula
- Giant Fennel
- Giant Parsnip
Description
Ferula taucumica (also called Taucum Giant Fennel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family, native to Central Asia. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ferula taucumica has been used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and flatulence. It has also been used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ferula taucumica has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ferula taucumica is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed. To do so, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in a few weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Ferula taucumica
Ferula taucumica can be found in the mountains of Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.
Ferula taucumica FAQ
What are the common names for Ferula taucumica?
Ferula taucumica is commonly known as Taucum Fennel.
What is the natural habitat of Ferula taucumica?
Ferula taucumica is native to the mountains of Central Asia.
What are the medicinal properties of Ferula taucumica?
Ferula taucumica is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
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,