Status:
valid
Authors:
Drude
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(8): 157 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554930
Common Names
- Astrodaucus Persicus
- Persian Astrodaucus
- Iranian Astrodaucus
Synonyms
- Daucus atropatanus Steven [unknown]
- Daucus persicus Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Astrodaucus persicus (also called Persian astrodaucus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in dry, open areas. It has small, pinnate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astrodaucus persicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astrodaucus persicus are small and white in color. The seed is a small, black legume. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astrodaucus persicus is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Astrodaucus persicus should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Astrodaucus persicus
Astrodaucus persicus is native to Iran and Iraq.
Astrodaucus persicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astrodaucus persicus?
Astrodaucus persicus
What is the common name of Astrodaucus persicus?
Persian Astrodaucus
What is the natural habitat of Astrodaucus persicus?
Coastal areas of the Mediterranean
Species in the Astrodaucus genus
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,