Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
freynianum
ID:
720746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sommier & Levier

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 2: 81 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720079



Common Names

  • Heracleum freynianum
  • Freynian Heracleum
  • Giant Hogweed


Searching for Heracleum freynianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Pastinaca freyniana Koso-Pol. [unknown]
  • Pastinaca colchica Koso-Pol. [unknown]
  • Pastinaca calcarea Koso-Pol. [unknown]
  • Heracleum calcareum Albov [unknown]
  • Heracleum colchicum Lipsky [unknown]

Description

Heracleum freynianum (also called Freynian 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 freynianum 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 freynianum is white and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

Searching for Heracleum freynianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Heracleum freynianum 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 freynianum

Heracleum freynianum is found in Europe and Asia.

Heracleum freynianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heracleum freynianum?

Heracleum freynianum

What is the common name of Heracleum freynianum?

Freyn's Cow Parsnip

What is the natural habitat of Heracleum freynianum?

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

Stefano Sommier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommier' in the authors string.
Emilio Levier (1839-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Levier' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:843032-1: Based on the initial data import