Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 89: 243 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391059
Common Names
- Peucedanum
- Translucent Peucedanum
- Translucent Hogfennel
Description
Peucedanum translucens (also called Taurus Mountain Parsley, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is found in temperate and subtropical regions, typically in grasslands, open woodlands, and savannas. It has a thick, tuberous root and broad, ovate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Peucedanum translucens is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peucedanum translucens is a white umbel with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peucedanum translucens is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer. Prune the herb in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Peucedanum translucens
Peucedanum translucens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Greece, Italy, and Turkey.
Peucedanum translucens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peucedanum translucens?
Peucedanum translucens
What is the common name of Peucedanum translucens?
Translucent Hog's Fennel
What is the natural habitat of Peucedanum translucens?
Grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes
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,