Status:
valid
Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 43: 223 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656513
Common Names
- Dracosciadium italae
- Italian Dracosciadium
- Italian-leaved Dracosciadium
Description
Dracosciadium italae (also called Italian Hedge Parsley, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit, with finely divided, fern-like leaves and umbels of small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Dracosciadium italae is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dracosciadium italae are small and white, with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracosciadium italae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It has long, narrow, leathery leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem. It produces small white flowers in summer. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Dracosciadium italae
Dracosciadium italae can be found in Italy.
Dracosciadium italae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracosciadium italae?
Dracosciadium italae
What is the common name of Dracosciadium italae?
Italian Dracosciadium
What is the natural habitat of Dracosciadium italae?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, growing in rocky or grassy places
Species in the Dracosciadium 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,