Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
cordatum
ID:
392239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 11: 514 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391571

Common Names

  • Peucedanum cordatum
  • Heart-shaped Peucedanum
  • Heart-shaped Hog's Fennel

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Description

Peucedanum cordatum (also called Heart-leaved hogfennel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family. It is native to Europe, where it is found in France, Spain, Italy, and Greece. It grows in moist meadows, at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Peucedanum cordatum is an ornamental plant that is used to add beauty to gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peucedanum cordatum has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peucedanum cordatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Peucedanum cordatum

Peucedanum cordatum can be found in damp woods, meadows and grassy places in Europe and temperate Asia.

Peucedanum cordatum FAQ

How much light does Peucedanum cordatum need?

Peucedanum cordatum prefers bright indirect light, but can tolerate low light conditions.

What type of soil is best for Peucedanum cordatum?

Peucedanum cordatum prefers a well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How often should I water Peucedanum cordatum?

Peucedanum cordatum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Peucedanum genus

Peucedanum tauricum, Peucedanum translucens, Peucedanum siamicum, Peucedanum zenkeri, Peucedanum verticillare, Peucedanum vogelianum, Peucedanum venetum, Peucedanum vaginatum, Peucedanum dehradunense, Peucedanum belutschistanicum, Peucedanum autumnale, Peucedanum austriacum, Peucedanum coriaceum, Peucedanum coreanum, Peucedanum cordatum, Peucedanum ceylanicum, Peucedanum cervaria, Peucedanum paniculatum, Peucedanum palustre, Peucedanum officinale, Peucedanum ostruthium, Peucedanum oreoselinum, Peucedanum rablense, Peucedanum puberulum, Peucedanum ruthenicum, Peucedanum rochelianum, Peucedanum parkinsonii, Peucedanum insolens, Peucedanum hispanicum, Peucedanum gallicum, Peucedanum lowei, Peucedanum lancifolium, Peucedanum latifolium, Peucedanum longifolium, Peucedanum longeradiatum, Peucedanum adae, Peucedanum anamallayense, Peucedanum alsaticum, Peucedanum alpinum, Peucedanum nepalense, Peucedanum nagpurense, Peucedanum multivittatum, Peucedanum muliense, Peucedanum pimenovii, Peucedanum dhana, Peucedanum aragonense, Peucedanum ozhatayiorum, Peucedanum sandwicense, Peucedanum cervariifolium, Peucedanum elegans,

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,