Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucocoleon
ID:
589234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & A.Huet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 2: 80 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588566

Common Names

  • Carum leucocoleon
  • White-Lion Carum
  • White-Lion Bishop's Weed

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Synonyms

  • Carum leucocoleon porphyrocoleon Freyn & Sint. [unknown]
  • Carum porphyrocoleon (Freyn & Sint.) Woronow ex Schischk. [unknown]

Description

Carum leucocoleon (also called White-maned caraway, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to the Caucasus region. It is an annual herb growing up to 40 cm (16 in) tall. The leaves are finely divided, and the flowers are white. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Carum leucocoleon 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 flower of Carum leucocoleon is a yellow, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carum leucocoleon is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the rootstock or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Carum leucocoleon

Carum leucocoleon is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.

Carum leucocoleon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carum leucocoleon?

Carum leucocoleon

What is the common name of Carum leucocoleon?

White-maned Caraway

What is the natural habitat of Carum leucocoleon?

Mountain meadows and steppes

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-2701599: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alfred Huet du Pavillon (1829-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Huet' in the authors string.