Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray
Source:
tro
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 1(4): 626 1840
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237360
Common Names
- Peucedanum Leiocarpum
- Leiocarpum Peucedanum
- Leiocarpum Hog Fennel
Description
Peucedanum leiocarpum (also called 'Smooth Peucedanum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Peucedanum leiocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peucedanum leiocarpum are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and two opposite, sessile leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peucedanum leiocarpum is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun to partial shade and dry, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Division can also be done in early spring or late fall.
Where to Find Peucedanum leiocarpum
Peucedanum leiocarpum is native to Europe and can be found in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Peucedanum leiocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peucedanum leiocarpum?
Peucedanum leiocarpum
What is the common name of Peucedanum leiocarpum?
Leiocarpum Peucedanum
What is the natural habitat of Peucedanum leiocarpum?
It is found in the western United States and Canada
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,