Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyphyllum
ID:
589297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 881 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588629

Common Names

  • Carum polyphyllum
  • Many-Leaved Carum
  • Many-Leaved Bishop's Weed

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Description

Carum polyphyllum (also called Many-leaved caraway, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. 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 polyphyllum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carum polyphyllum has small, yellow flowers with white and purple markings. The flowers are borne on a short, thick stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carum polyphyllum 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 polyphyllum

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

Carum polyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carum polyphyllum?

Carum polyphyllum

What is the common name of Carum polyphyllum?

Many-leaved Carum

What is the natural habitat of Carum polyphyllum?

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-2701656: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.