Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Paol.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Fl. Italia 2: 205 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372772
Common Names
- Magydaris pastinacea
- Pastinacea Magydaris
- Magydaris
Synonyms
- Magydaris tomentosa W.D.J.Koch ex DC. [unknown]
- Cachrys panax-siculum Ucria [unknown]
- Cachrys pastinacea Lam. [unknown]
- Cachrys tomentosa Desf. [unknown]
Description
Magydaris pastinacea (also called 'Pastinaca Magydaris', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Magydaris pastinacea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Magydaris pastinacea sub. femeniesii O.Bolòs & Vigo
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magydaris pastinacea is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short, with a single, slender stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magydaris pastinacea is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist soil. To propagate, take cuttings from the stems in spring or early summer. Plant the cuttings in moist soil in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Magydaris pastinacea
Magydaris pastinacea is native to the Mediterranean region.
Magydaris pastinacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magydaris pastinacea?
Magydaris pastinacea
What is the common name of Magydaris pastinacea?
Pastinacea Magydaris
What is the natural habitat of Magydaris pastinacea?
It is found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 3000-4000 m
Species in the Magydaris genus
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,