Status:
valid
Authors:
Moench
Source:
cmp
Year:
1794
Citation Micro:
Methodus : 82 (1794)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391827
Common Names
- Peucedanum oreoselinum
- Mountain Hog's Fennel
- Alpine Hog's Fennel
Synonyms
- Oreoselinum nigrum Delarbre [unknown]
- Oreoselinum majus Garsault [unknown]
- Oreoselinum legitimum M.Bieb. [unknown]
- Oreoselis divaricata Raf. [unknown]
- Peucedanum bourgaei Lange [unknown]
- Peucedanum orbiculare Dulac [unknown]
- Selinum oreoselinum Crantz [unknown]
- Angelica oreoselinum (L.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Athamanta diffusa Wall. [unknown]
- Athamanta divaricata Gilib. [unknown]
- Athamanta divaricifolia Stokes [unknown]
- Athamanta oreoselinum L. [unknown]
- Cervaria oreoselinum Gaudin [unknown]
Description
Peucedanum oreoselinum (also called Oreoselinum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands and open woods. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Peucedanum oreoselinum is used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat digestive issues, respiratory issues, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peucedanum oreoselinum has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peucedanum oreoselinum is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by division in spring or autumn. The roots should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Peucedanum oreoselinum
Peucedanum oreoselinum is native to Europe and North Africa.
Peucedanum oreoselinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peucedanum oreoselinum?
Peucedanum oreoselinum
What is the common name of Peucedanum oreoselinum?
Mountain lovage
Where is Peucedanum oreoselinum native to?
Europe
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,