Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
kotschyi
ID:
393454

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 111: 528 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392786



Common Names

  • Kotschy's Yam
  • Kotschy Yam
  • Pseudotrachydium kotschyi


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Synonyms

  • Rumia kotschyi Boiss. [unknown]
  • Trachydium kotschyi Boiss. [unknown]
  • Zosima leiophylla Hausskn. ex Bornm. [unknown]
  • Semenovia leiophylla (Hausskn.) Manden. [unknown]

Description

Pseudotrachydium kotschyi (also called Kotschy's False-Parsley, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It has an erect stem with alternate, pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudotrachydium kotschyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudotrachydium kotschyi 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 Pseudotrachydium kotschyi: 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 Pseudotrachydium kotschyi

Pseudotrachydium kotschyi is native to Zimbabwe and can be found in the Mashonaland East and Mashonaland West provinces.

Pseudotrachydium kotschyi FAQ

What is the common name of Pseudotrachydium kotschyi?

Kotschy's Pseudotrachydium

What is the distribution of Pseudotrachydium kotschyi?

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

What is the habitat of Pseudotrachydium kotschyi?

It grows in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.