Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuisecta
ID:
687511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korovin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Ferula : 60 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686844



Common Names

  • Tenuisecta Ferula
  • Giant Fennel
  • Giant Parsnip


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Description

Ferula tenuisecta (also called Tenuisect 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 tenuisecta 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 tenuisecta has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferula tenuisecta is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into the garden when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ferula tenuisecta

Ferula tenuisecta can be found in the mountains of Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.

Ferula tenuisecta FAQ

What are the common names for Ferula tenuisecta?

Ferula tenuisecta is commonly known as Tenuisect Fennel.

What is the natural habitat of Ferula tenuisecta?

Ferula tenuisecta is native to the mountains of Central Asia.

What are the medicinal properties of Ferula tenuisecta?

Ferula tenuisecta 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,

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