Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atlanticum
ID:
589105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Litard. & Maire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 19: 49 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588437

Common Names

  • Carum atlanticum
  • Atlanticum Carum
  • Atlanticum Carum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Meum atlanticum Coss. [unknown]

Description

Carum atlanticum (also called 'Atlantic carum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to India and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Carum atlanticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make herbal tea and its flowers are used to make perfumes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Carum atlanticum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green, with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carum atlanticum is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Carum atlanticum

Carum atlanticum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Carum atlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carum atlanticum?

Carum atlanticum

What is the common name of Carum atlanticum?

Atlantic Caraway

What is the natural habitat of Carum atlanticum?

Salt marshes and coastal areas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701478: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
René Verriet de Litardière (1888-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litard.' in the authors string.