Status:
valid
Authors:
Dirmenci
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 158: 296 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509932
Common Names
- Pastinaca yildizii
- Yildizii Pastinaca
- Yildizii Pastinaca
Synonyms
- Dumaniana yildizii (Dirmenci) Yıld. [unknown]
Description
Pastinaca yildizii (also called Yildiz's Parsnip, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has a thick, fleshy taproot and grows to a height of about 30–50 cm. It prefers light, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pastinaca yildizii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pastinaca yildizii is small, white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have green leaves and white stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pastinaca yildizii is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Turkey. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Pastinaca yildizii
Pastinaca yildizii is native to Turkey and can be found in areas with dry and sunny conditions.
Pastinaca yildizii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pastinaca yildizii?
Pastinaca yildizii
What is the common name of Pastinaca yildizii?
Yildiz's Parsnip
What is the natural habitat of Pastinaca yildizii?
Grasslands and scrublands of Central and Eastern Europe
Species in the Pastinaca genus
Pastinaca glandulosa,
Pastinaca clausii,
Pastinaca kochii,
Pastinaca hirsuta,
Pastinaca aurantiaca,
Pastinaca armena,
Pastinaca argyrophylla,
Pastinaca trysia,
Pastinaca zozimoides,
Pastinaca lucida,
Pastinaca sativa,
Pastinaca pimpinellifolia,
Pastinaca yildizii,
Pastinaca gelendostensis,
Pastinaca erzincanensis,
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
Tuncay Dirmenci: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dirmenci' in the authors string.