Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hartvig & Kit Tan) Kljuykov & Zakharova
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 40: 189 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346305
Description
Hellenocarum depressum (also called Depressed Hellenocarum, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Turkey. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 5 m in height. The leaves are oblong and have a toothed margin. It is found in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hellenocarum depressum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Hellenocarum depressum flower is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hellenocarum depressum is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Hellenocarum depressum
Hellenocarum depressum is native to Turkey.
Hellenocarum depressum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hellenocarum depressum?
Hellenocarum depressum
What is the common name of Hellenocarum depressum?
Depressed hellenocarum
Where does Hellenocarum depressum grow?
It is native to the Anatolia region of Turkey
Species in the Hellenocarum genus
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
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.