Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
turneri
ID:
393151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Constance & Affolter

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78: 128 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392483



Common Names

  • Turner's Prionosciadium
  • Prionosciadium turneri


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Description

Prionosciadium turneri (also called Prionosciadium turneri, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Prionosciadium turneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prionosciadium turneri is a white-greenish color and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prionosciadium turneri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Prionosciadium turneri

Prionosciadium turneri is found in tropical Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Prionosciadium turneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prionosciadium turneri?

Prionosciadium turneri

What are the common uses of Prionosciadium turneri?

Prionosciadium turneri is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.

What is the native range of Prionosciadium turneri?

Prionosciadium turneri is native to Central Asia and the Middle East.

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

Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.
James M. Affolter (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Affolter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301940-2: Based on the initial data import