Ferula malacophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pimenov & J.V.Baranova
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Byull. Glavn. Bot. Sada 106: 43 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686674
Common Names
- Ferula malacophylla
- Soft-leaved Ferula
- Soft-leaved Giant Fennel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ferula malacophylla (also called 'Soft-Leaved Giant Fennel', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in meadows, steppes and slopes. It has a thick, woody stem and its leaves are pinnate and finely divided. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small and globular.
Uses & Benefits
Ferula malacophylla is used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ferula malacophylla is yellow and small, with four petals. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ferula malacophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Iran. It is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Ferula malacophylla
Ferula malacophylla is native to Central Asia, particularly in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Ferula malacophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferula malacophylla?
Ferula malacophylla
What is the common name of Ferula malacophylla?
No common name
Where is Ferula malacophylla found?
It is found in Tajikistan
Species in the Ferula genus
Ferula mervynii, Ferula pimenovii, Ferula cupularis, Ferula elbursensis, Ferula hezarlalehzarica, Ferula laseroides, Ferula afghanica, Ferula akitschkensis, Ferula alaica, Ferula alliacea, Ferula amanicola, Ferula anatolica, Ferula angreni, Ferula armandi, Ferula arrigonii, Ferula assa-foetida, Ferula atlantica, Ferula badra-kema, Ferula baluchistanica, Ferula barbeyi, Ferula behboudiana, Ferula bilasi, Ferula biverticellata, Ferula blanchei, Ferula botschantzevii, Ferula bungeana, Ferula calcarea, Ferula canescens, Ferula caspica, Ferula caucasica, Ferula ceratophylla, Ferula clematidifolia, Ferula communis, Ferula conocaula, Ferula coskunii, Ferula costata, Ferula cypria, Ferula czatkalensis, Ferula daninii, Ferula decurrens, Ferula dictyocarpa, Ferula dissecta, Ferula diversivittata, Ferula drudeana, Ferula dshizakensis, Ferula dubjanskyi, Ferula elaeochytris, Ferula equisetacea, Ferula euxina, Ferula fedoroviorum,
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-2808528: Based on the initial data import
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
J.(Yu.) V. Baranova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.V.Baranova' in the authors string.