Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 3: 363 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686655
Common Names
- Laxmannia sessiliflora
- Sessile-flowered Laxmannia
- Sessile-flowered Ferula
Description
Laxmannia sessiliflora (also called 'Sessile-Flowered Giant Fennel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a large, erect stem and can grow up to 2m tall. The leaves are large and divided into many leaflets. The flowers are small and yellow and are clustered in umbels.
Uses & Benefits
Laxmannia sessiliflora is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory disorders. It is also used to make essential oils, perfumes, and incense.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Laxmannia sessiliflora sub. sessiliflora
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Laxmannia sessiliflora is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Laxmannia sessiliflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be grown from seed or cuttings and prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plant can be divided and replanted in the spring.
Where to Find Laxmannia sessiliflora
Laxmannia sessiliflora is native to the Himalayas in India and Nepal.
Laxmannia sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laxmannia sessiliflora?
Laxmannia sessiliflora
What is the common name of Laxmannia sessiliflora?
Sessile-flowered Laxmannia
What is the natural habitat of Laxmannia sessiliflora?
It is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia
Species in the Laxmannia genus
Laxmannia arborea,
Laxmannia morrisii,
Laxmannia grandiflora,
Laxmannia gracilis,
Laxmannia brachyphylla,
Laxmannia minor,
Laxmannia squarrosa,
Laxmannia sessiliflora,
Laxmannia ramosa,
Laxmannia paleacea,
Laxmannia compacta,
Laxmannia orientalis,
Laxmannia omnifertilis,
Laxmannia jamesii,
Laxmannia arida,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,