Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
nitidum
ID:
361455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zanted.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Comment. Ateneo Brescia 1815: 89 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360787



Common Names

  • Laserpitium nitidum
  • Shiny Laserpitium
  • Shiny Angelica


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Description

Laserpitium nitidum (also called Shiny 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 nitidum is used as a medicinal plant and has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laserpitium nitidum is yellowish-white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laserpitium nitidum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Laserpitium nitidum

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

Laserpitium nitidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laserpitium nitidum?

Laserpitium nitidum

What is the common name of Laserpitium nitidum?

Shiny Laserwort

What is the natural habitat of Laserpitium nitidum?

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