Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegopodioides
ID:
745026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 39: 95 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744359

Common Names

  • Oreocome Aegopodioides
  • Goat's-foot Oreocome
  • Goat's-foot Willow

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Description

Oreocome aegopodioides (also called Aegopodium-like Oreocome, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has pinnately compound leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocome aegopodioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oreocome aegopodioides are small, yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocome aegopodioides can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Oreocome aegopodioides

Oreocome aegopodioides can be found in Central and South America.

Oreocome aegopodioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocome aegopodioides?

Oreocome aegopodioides

What are the common names of Oreocome aegopodioides?

Aegopodioid oreocome

What is the natural habitat of Oreocome aegopodioides?

Oreocome aegopodioides is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in western Asia.

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

Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.