Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crocata
ID:
386101

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 254 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385433

Common Names

  • Crocata Oenanthe
  • Oenanthe Orchid
  • Crocata Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Oenanthe oligactis Pau [unknown]
  • Oenanthe macrosciadia Willk. [unknown]
  • Oenanthe pteridifolia Lowe [unknown]
  • Oenanthe divaricata (R.Br.) Mabb. [unknown]
  • Oenanthe gallaecica Pau & Merino ex Merino [unknown]
  • Oenanthe apiifolia Brot. [unknown]
  • Phellandrium plinii Bubani [unknown]
  • Selinum divaricatum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Cnidium striatum Turcz. ex Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Oenanthe crocata longissima Reduron [unknown]

Description

Oenanthe crocata (also called hemlock water-dropwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Central Europe and South-Eastern Europe. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oenanthe crocata is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oenanthe crocata is white to pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenanthe crocata can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Oenanthe crocata

Oenanthe crocata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Oenanthe crocata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenanthe crocata?

Oenanthe crocata

What is the common name of Oenanthe crocata?

Crocata

What is the natural habitat of Oenanthe crocata?

Tropical rainforest

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,

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