Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
angolense
ID:
393458

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Norman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 67(Suppl. 1): 201 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392790



Common Names

  • Angolan Parsley
  • Pseudoselinum angolense
  • Angolan Parsley


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Synonyms

  • Selinum angolense C.Norman [unknown]

Description

Pseudoselinum angolense (also called Angolan False-Parsley, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has an erect stem with alternate, pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoselinum angolense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudoselinum angolense are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pseudoselinum angolense: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pseudoselinum angolense

Pseudoselinum angolense is native to Zimbabwe and can be found in the Mashonaland East and Mashonaland West provinces.

Pseudoselinum angolense FAQ

What is the common name of Pseudoselinum angolense?

Angolan Pseudoselinum

What is the distribution of Pseudoselinum angolense?

It is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

What is the habitat of Pseudoselinum angolense?

It grows in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Species in the Pseudoselinum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2405572: Based on the initial data import
Cecil Norman (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Norman' in the authors string.