Status:
valid
Authors:
Brullo, Guglielmo, Pasta, Pavone & Salmeri
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Inform. Bot. Ital. 40(Suppl. 3): 46 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744919
Common Names
- Thapsia Pelagica
- Thapsia
- Pelagica
Description
Thapsia pelagica (also called Pelagic Thapsia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in coastal areas and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thapsia pelagica is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. It has medicinal uses, such as for treating fever, and is also used to make rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thapsia pelagica is small and white, with four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thapsia pelagica is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Thapsia pelagica
Thapsia pelagica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in coastal areas.
Thapsia pelagica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thapsia pelagica?
Thapsia pelagica
What is the native range of Thapsia pelagica?
Mediterranean
What is the average height of Thapsia pelagica?
Up to 1 meter
Species in the Thapsia genus
Thapsia tenuifolia,
Thapsia transtagana,
Thapsia villosa,
Thapsia meoides,
Thapsia platycarpa,
Thapsia nitida,
Thapsia maxima,
Thapsia gymnesica,
Thapsia asclepium,
Thapsia foetida,
Thapsia garganica,
Thapsia gummifera,
Thapsia cinerea,
Thapsia minor,
Thapsia pelagica,
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
Salvatore Pasta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pasta' in the authors string.