Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olusatrum
ID:
431960

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 262 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431292



Common Names

  • Smyrnium olusatrum
  • Alexanders
  • Hogweed
  • Horse Parsley


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Synonyms

  • Smyrnium vulgare Gray [unknown]

Description

Smyrnium olusatrum (also called Alexanders, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is an annual herb with a stem reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Smyrnium olusatrum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Smyrnium olusatrum are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smyrnium olusatrum is a perennial succulent native to Europe. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly in the summer and provide protection from frost in the winter.

Where to Find Smyrnium olusatrum

Smyrnium olusatrum is native to Europe.

Smyrnium olusatrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smyrnium olusatrum?

Smyrnium olusatrum

What is the natural habitat of Smyrnium olusatrum?

It is found in temperate forests of Europe.

What are the characteristics of Smyrnium olusatrum?

It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and long, thin leaves.

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