Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
astrantiae
ID:
599608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 906 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598940

Common Names

  • Chaerophyllum astrantiae
  • Astrantia-leaved Chervil
  • Astrantia-leaved Cow Parsley

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Description

Chaerophyllum astrantiae (also called 'Astrantia Chaerophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant with astrantia-shaped leaves. It is native to South America, and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaerophyllum astrantiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaerophyllum astrantiae has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with round, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Chaerophyllum astrantiae: Chaerophyllum astrantiae is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Chaerophyllum astrantiae

Chaerophyllum astrantiae is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chaerophyllum astrantiae FAQ

What is the common name of Chaerophyllum astrantiae?

Starwort

What is the scientific name of Starwort?

Chaerophyllum astrantiae

What is the family of Starwort?

Apiaceae

Species in the Chaerophyllum genus

Chaerophyllum andicola, Chaerophyllum argenteum, Chaerophyllum australianum, Chaerophyllum azorellaceum, Chaerophyllum basicola, Chaerophyllum borneense, Chaerophyllum brevipes, Chaerophyllum buwaldianum, Chaerophyllum colensoi, Chaerophyllum daucoides, Chaerophyllum eriopodum, Chaerophyllum guatemalense, Chaerophyllum gunnii, Chaerophyllum involucratum, Chaerophyllum lineare, Chaerophyllum nanhuense, Chaerophyllum novae-zelandiae, Chaerophyllum orizabae, Chaerophyllum papuanum, Chaerophyllum plicatum, Chaerophyllum pulvinificum, Chaerophyllum pumilum, Chaerophyllum ramosum, Chaerophyllum sessiliflorum, Chaerophyllum taiwanianum, Chaerophyllum tolucanum, Chaerophyllum aksekiense, Chaerophyllum angelicifolium, Chaerophyllum aromaticum, Chaerophyllum astrantiae, Chaerophyllum atlanticum, Chaerophyllum aurantiacum, Chaerophyllum aureum, Chaerophyllum azoricum, Chaerophyllum bobrovii, Chaerophyllum borodini, Chaerophyllum bulbosum, Chaerophyllum byzantinum, Chaerophyllum coloratum, Chaerophyllum confusum, Chaerophyllum creticum, Chaerophyllum crinitum, Chaerophyllum dasycarpum, Chaerophyllum elegans, Chaerophyllum hakkiaricum, Chaerophyllum heldreichii, Chaerophyllum hirsutum, Chaerophyllum humile, Chaerophyllum karsianum, Chaerophyllum khorossanicum,

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-2714175: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.