Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peucedanifolium
ID:
17485

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6(4): 514. 1831 [post mid-1831]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016814



Common Names

  • Isostigma peucedanifolium
  • Peucedanum-Leaved Isostigma
  • Peucedanifolium Isostigma


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Description

Isostigma peucedanifolium (also called Peucedanum peucedanifolium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a basal rosette of pinnate leaves. Its flowers are yellow and clustered in umbels. It prefers sunny, dry habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Isostigma peucedanifolium has been used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and for treating skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Isostigma peucedanifolium var. crithmifolium (Less.) Guad.Peter
Isostigma peucedanifolium var. speciosum (Less.) Guad.Peter
Isostigma peucedanifolium var. strictum Guad.Peter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isostigma peucedanifolium is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isostigma peucedanifolium is an evergreen perennial native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate some drought. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much care.

Where to Find Isostigma peucedanifolium

Isostigma peucedanifolium is native to the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in open woodlands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Isostigma peucedanifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isostigma peucedanifolium?

Isostigma peucedanifolium

What is the common name of Isostigma peucedanifolium?

Peucedanifolium

What is the natural habitat of Isostigma peucedanifolium?

Isostigma peucedanifolium is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes in Europe and Asia.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-116267: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.