Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
gallicum
ID:
361011

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 248 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360343



Common Names

  • Laserwort
  • Gallic Laserwort
  • Gallicum


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Synonyms

  • Lacellia cuneata Bubani [unknown]
  • Polylophium gallicum Koso-Pol. [unknown]
  • Siler gallicum Crantz [unknown]
  • Galbanum gallicum Koso-Pol. [unknown]

Description

Laserpitium gallicum (also called Gallic Laserpitium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in dry, open woodlands and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Laserpitium gallicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Laserpitium gallicum sub. orospedanum Solanas, M.B.Crespo, S.Ríos & P.Monts.
Laserpitium gallicum sub. paradoxum (A.Bolòs & Font Quer) P.Monts.
Laserpitium gallicum sub. majoricum Romo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laserpitium gallicum is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laserpitium gallicum is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by softwood cuttings in summer or by layering in autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is not recommended as it is slow and unreliable.

Where to Find Laserpitium gallicum

Laserpitium gallicum can be found in Europe and western Asia. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Laserpitium gallicum FAQ

What is the common name of Laserpitium gallicum?

Gallic laserpitium

What is the natural habitat of Laserpitium gallicum?

Grasslands and scrublands

What are the edible parts of Laserpitium gallicum?

Fruits and leaves

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