Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) Constance
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 54: 101 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632140
Common Names
- Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia
- Crowfoot Orchid
- Mountain Orchid
Synonyms
- Arracacia peucedanifolia Franch. [unknown]
- Cenolophium chinense M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Cyclorhiza edosmoides (H.Boissieu) M.L.Sheh [unknown]
- Cyclorhiza major (Sheh & R.H.Shan) M.G.Sheh [unknown]
- Cyclorhiza waltonii major M.L.Sheh & R.H.Shan [unknown]
Description
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia (also called Wild Parsnip, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a head-like cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, needle-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be kept in a sunny spot and protected from frost.
Where to Find Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia?
Peucedanum
What is the natural habitat of Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
What is the best soil type for Cyclorhiza peucedanifolia?
It prefers well-drained, sandy soils
Species in the Cyclorhiza genus
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,