Carum proliferum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maire
Source:
cmp
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 14: 146 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588631
Common Names
- Carum proliferum
- Proliferous Carum
- Proliferous Bishop's Weed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carum proliferum (also called Proliferous 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 proliferum 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 proliferum has small, white flowers with yellow 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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Carum proliferum 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 proliferum
Carum proliferum is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.
Carum proliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carum proliferum?
Carum proliferum
What is the common name of Carum proliferum?
Proliferous Carum
What is the natural habitat of Carum proliferum?
Mountain meadows and steppes
Species in the Carum genus
Carum appuanum, Carum asinorum, Carum atlanticum, Carum buriaticum, Carum carvi, Carum carvifolium, Carum caucasicum, Carum diversifolium, Carum graecum, Carum grossheimii, Carum heldreichii, Carum iminouakense, Carum jahandiezii, Carum lacuum, Carum leucocoleon, Carum meifolium, Carum meoides, Carum pachypodium, Carum polyphyllum, Carum proliferum, Carum rupicola,
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-2701658: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.