Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
verticillatum
ID:
361939

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) J.M.Coult. & Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 3: 320 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361271



Common Names

  • Ligusticum verticillatum
  • Whorled Ligusticum
  • Ligusticum


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Synonyms

  • Thaspium verticillatum Geyer ex Hook. [unknown]
  • Angelica verticillata Hook. [unknown]

Description

Ligusticum verticillatum (also called 'Whorled Lovage', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ligusticum verticillatum is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligusticum verticillatum is white in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligusticum verticillatum is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It is best grown in moist, well-draining soils in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ligusticum verticillatum

Ligusticum verticillatum can be found in the United States.

Ligusticum verticillatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligusticum verticillatum?

Ligusticum verticillatum

What is the common name of Ligusticum verticillatum?

Whorled Lovage

What is the natural habitat of Ligusticum verticillatum?

Moist woods, meadows, and streambanks

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2342375: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.