Heracleum lecoquii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Martrin-Donos
Source:
ksu
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tarn : 285 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720120
Common Names
- Lecoquii Hogweed
- Lecoquii Cow Parsnip
- Lecoquii Heracleum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heracleum lecoquii (also called Lecoquii's Cow Parsnip, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and has large, compound leaves with toothed leaflets and umbels of white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heracleum lecoquii is a medicinal plant that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heracleum lecoquii has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems with large, lobed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heracleum lecoquii 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 lecoquii
Heracleum lecoquii is native to parts of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.
Heracleum lecoquii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heracleum lecoquii?
Heracleum lecoquii
What is the common name of Heracleum lecoquii?
Lecoq's Cow Parsnip
What is the natural habitat of Heracleum lecoquii?
Dry meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky areas
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
Julien Victor de Martrin-Donos (1800-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martrin-Donos' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:843072-1: Based on the initial data import