Arracacia equatorialis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Constance
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 76: 46 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549581
Common Names
- Arracacia equatorialis
- Equatorial Arracacia
- Equatorial Root Vegetable
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arracacia equatorialis (also called Equatorial parsley, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, fleshy rootstock and a single, erect stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white and have a pleasant aroma. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open fields and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Arracacia equatorialis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arracacia equatorialis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.
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Arracacia equatorialis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and division can be done in late summer or early fall. It is also important to water the plants regularly and to fertilize them with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Arracacia equatorialis
Arracacia equatorialis can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Arracacia equatorialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arracacia equatorialis?
Arracacia equatorialis
What is the common name of Arracacia equatorialis?
Equatorial root celery
What is the natural habitat of Arracacia equatorialis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Arracacia genus
Arracacia aegopodioides, Arracacia annulata, Arracacia anomala, Arracacia atropurpurea, Arracacia bracteata, Arracacia brandegeei, Arracacia chiapensis, Arracacia colombiana, Arracacia compacta, Arracacia donnell-smithii, Arracacia ebracteata, Arracacia elata, Arracacia equatorialis, Arracacia filipes, Arracacia fruticosa, Arracacia hemsleyana, Arracacia hintonii, Arracacia incisa, Arracacia longipedunculata, Arracacia macvaughii, Arracacia meyeri, Arracacia molseedii, Arracacia montana, Arracacia moschata, Arracacia nelsonii, Arracacia ovata, Arracacia papillosa, Arracacia peruviana, Arracacia pringlei, Arracacia pubescens, Arracacia purpusii, Arracacia quadrifida, Arracacia ravenii, Arracacia rigida, Arracacia schiedei, Arracacia schneideri, Arracacia tapalpae, Arracacia ternata, Arracacia tillettii, Arracacia tolucensis, Arracacia xanthorrhiza,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2653091: Based on the initial data import
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.