Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
ruthenicum
ID:
392535

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 1: 215 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391867

Common Names

  • Peucedanum ruthenicum
  • Ruthenian Hog's Fennel
  • Ruthenian Hogfennel

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Synonyms

  • Ligusticum longifolium Willd. [unknown]
  • Peucedanum besserianum DC. [unknown]
  • Peucedanum campestre Janka [unknown]
  • Peucedanum platytaenium Boiss. & Balansa [unknown]
  • Peucedanum luxurians Tamamsch. [unknown]
  • Callisace ruthenica Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Ferula besseriana Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Ferula ruthenica Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Peucedanum ruthenicum (also called Ruthenian Peucedanum, 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 ruthenicum 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 ruthenicum has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peucedanum ruthenicum is a hardy perennial that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Peucedanum ruthenicum

Peucedanum ruthenicum is native to Central and Eastern Europe and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Peucedanum ruthenicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peucedanum ruthenicum?

Peucedanum ruthenicum

What is the common name of Peucedanum ruthenicum?

Ruthenian hog's fennel

Where is Peucedanum ruthenicum 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,