Ferulago nodosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 37 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686950
Common Names
- Ferulago nodosa
- Nodosa Ferulago
- Giant Fennel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ferulago nodosa (also called Knotted Spikenard, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats, reaching a height of up to 0.6 m.
Uses & Benefits
Ferulago nodosa has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used as a source of fuel and for making charcoal.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ferulago nodosa sub. geniculata (Guss.) Troìa & RaimondoFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ferulago nodosa is yellow, with a bell-shaped corolla and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and green, with thin, lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ferulago nodosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and poor soils. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year.
Where to Find Ferulago nodosa
Ferulago nodosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Ferulago nodosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferulago nodosa?
Ferulago nodosa
What is the common name of Ferulago nodosa?
Ferulago nodosa
Where is Ferulago nodosa found?
Ferulago nodosa is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Species in the Ferulago genus
Ferulago glareosa, Ferulago angulata, Ferulago antiochia, Ferulago armena, Ferulago asparagifolia, Ferulago aucherii, Ferulago bernardii, Ferulago biumbellata, Ferulago blancheana, Ferulago brachyloba, Ferulago bracteata, Ferulago cassia, Ferulago contracta, Ferulago daghestanica, Ferulago fieldiana, Ferulago galbanifera, Ferulago granatensis, Ferulago humilis, Ferulago idaea, Ferulago isaurica, Ferulago kurdica, Ferulago lutea, Ferulago macedonica, Ferulago macrocarpa, Ferulago macrosciadea, Ferulago mughlae, Ferulago nodosa, Ferulago pachyloba, Ferulago phialocarpa, Ferulago platycarpa, Ferulago sandrasica, Ferulago sartorii, Ferulago scabra, Ferulago serpentinica, Ferulago setifolia, Ferulago silaifolia, Ferulago stellata, Ferulago subvelutina, Ferulago sylvatica, Ferulago syriaca, Ferulago ternatifolia, Ferulago thirkeana, Ferulago thyrsiflora, Ferulago trachycarpa, Ferulago trojana, Ferulago vesceritensis, Ferulago galbanifera, Ferulago subvelutina,
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-2808780: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.