Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
madrense
ID:
362993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ksu

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 8: 336 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362325



Common Names

  • Madrense
  • Lovage
  • Ligusticum Madrense


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Description

Ligusticum madrense (also called Common Lovage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in moist soils in grassland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ligusticum madrense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for medicinal purposes, particularly for treating digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligusticum madrense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a curved, tubular shape. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligusticum madrense is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ligusticum madrense

Ligusticum madrense is native to East Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Ligusticum madrense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligusticum madrense?

Ligusticum madrense

What type of plant is Ligusticum madrense?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Ligusticum madrense found?

It is found in California

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,