Pastinaca lucida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 58 (1767)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391741
Common Names
- Lucid Parsnip
- Lucid Wild Parsnip
- Lucid Pastinaca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pastinaca lucida (also called shining parsnip, among many other common names) is a species of biennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in grassy and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pastinaca lucida is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and stomachaches, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pastinaca lucida has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a long taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Pastinaca lucida can be done through seed sowing or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Pastinaca lucida
Pastinaca lucida is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy areas.
Pastinaca lucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pastinaca lucida?
Pastinaca lucida
What are the common names of Pastinaca lucida?
Shining Parsnip
What is the natural habitat of Pastinaca lucida?
Pastinaca lucida is native to Europe
Species in the Pastinaca genus
Pastinaca glandulosa, Pastinaca clausii, Pastinaca kochii, Pastinaca hirsuta, Pastinaca aurantiaca, Pastinaca armena, Pastinaca argyrophylla, Pastinaca trysia, Pastinaca zozimoides, Pastinaca lucida, Pastinaca sativa, Pastinaca pimpinellifolia, Pastinaca yildizii, Pastinaca gelendostensis, Pastinaca erzincanensis,
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-2403577: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.