Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elgonense
ID:
720739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Wolff) Bullock

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 496 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720072



Common Names

  • Heracleum elgonense
  • Elgon Heracleum
  • Giant Hogweed


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Synonyms

  • Heracleum inexpectatum C.Norman [unknown]
  • Malabaila elgonensis H.Wolff [unknown]

Description

Heracleum elgonense (also called Elgon Cow Parsnip, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Iran. It has a stout stem, reaching up to 2 m in height, with large, deeply divided leaves. It is found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heracleum elgonense has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heracleum elgonense is white and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heracleum elgonense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seed in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Heracleum elgonense

Heracleum elgonense is native to Africa and is found in moist, shady areas in the lowlands of the continent.

Heracleum elgonense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heracleum elgonense?

Heracleum elgonense

What is the common name of Heracleum elgonense?

Elgon Cow Parsnip

What is the natural habitat of Heracleum elgonense?

It is native to the Caucasus region of Europe and Asia

Species in the Heracleum genus

Heracleum aconitifolium, Heracleum aestivum, Heracleum amanum, Heracleum amplifolium, Heracleum amplissimum, Heracleum angustatum, Heracleum anisactis, Heracleum antasiaticum, Heracleum apiifolium, Heracleum arcticum, Heracleum asperum, Heracleum atlanticum, Heracleum austriacum, Heracleum bailletianum, Heracleum benearnense, Heracleum bhutanicum, Heracleum bifarium, Heracleum bipinnatum, Heracleum biternatum, Heracleum branca, Heracleum branca-ursina, Heracleum brignoliifolia, Heracleum canariense, Heracleum candolleanum, Heracleum carmeli, Heracleum carneiflorum, Heracleum caspicum, Heracleum caucasicum, Heracleum ceretanum, Heracleum chorodanum, Heracleum cinereum, Heracleum circassicum, Heracleum coreanum, Heracleum crantzii, Heracleum crenatifolium, Heracleum cuneiforme, Heracleum dalgadianum, Heracleum decipiens, Heracleum delphinense, Heracleum dissectum, Heracleum dubium, Heracleum egrissicum, Heracleum elgonense, Heracleum fastuosum, Heracleum flavescens, Heracleum freynianum, Heracleum glaberrimum, Heracleum gorganicum, Heracleum grandiflorum, Heracleum grossheimii,

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-2845989: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich August Hermann Wolff (1866-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wolff' in the authors string.