Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
361424

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360756



Common Names

  • Laserpitium latifolium
  • Broad-leaved Laserpitium
  • Broad-leaved Angelica


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Synonyms

  • Laserpitium asperum Crantz [unknown]
  • Lacellia latifoliata Bubani [unknown]
  • Laserpitium glabrum Crantz [unknown]
  • Daucus latifolius E.H.L.Krause [unknown]

Description

Laserpitium latifolium (also called Broad-leaved Laserpitium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is found in moist grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Laserpitium latifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Laserpitium latifolium sub. nevadensis Mart.Lirola, Molero Mesa & Blanca
Laserpitium latifolium sub. merinoi P.Monts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laserpitium latifolium is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laserpitium latifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining soil mix. Divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Laserpitium latifolium

Laserpitium latifolium can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Laserpitium latifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laserpitium latifolium?

Laserpitium latifolium

What is the common name of Laserpitium latifolium?

Broad-leaved Laserwort

What is the natural habitat of Laserpitium latifolium?

Dry, open areas in grasslands and scrublands

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