Status:
valid
Authors:
Emb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Sci. Nat. Maroc 15: 213 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360382
Common Names
- Emilianum Laserwort
- Laserwort Emilianum
- Laserpitium Emilianum
Description
Laserpitium emilianum (also called Emilian Laserwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Laserpitium emilianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Laserpitium emilianum is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Laserpitium emilianum is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by softwood cuttings in summer or by layering in autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is not recommended as it is slow and unreliable.
Where to Find Laserpitium emilianum
Laserpitium emilianum can be found in Europe and western Asia. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Laserpitium emilianum FAQ
What is the common name of Laserpitium emilianum?
Emilian's laserpitium
What is the natural habitat of Laserpitium emilianum?
Grasslands and scrublands
What are the edible parts of Laserpitium emilianum?
Fruits and leaves
Species in the Laserpitium genus
Laserpitium archangelica,
Laserpitium gallicum,
Laserpitium emilianum,
Laserpitium krapffi,
Laserpitium longiradium,
Laserpitium halleri,
Laserpitium latifolium,
Laserpitium peucedanoides,
Laserpitium pseudomeum,
Laserpitium nestleri,
Laserpitium nitidum,
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,