Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pelagica
ID:
745586

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


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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.

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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 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 Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Cristina Salmeri (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmeri' in the authors string.
Pietro Pavone (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavone' in the authors string.
Anna Guglielmo (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guglielmo' in the authors string.
Salvatore Pasta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pasta' in the authors string.