Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mack.) Cronquist
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34(4): 367. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245585
Common Names
- Taenidia Montana
- Mountain Pimpernel
- Mountain Monkshood
Description
Taenidia montana (also called 'Mountain Pimpernel', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Apiaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the temperate regions of North America, and is found in moist meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Taenidia montana is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves are used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taenidia montana has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taenidia montana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.
Where to Find Taenidia montana
Taenidia montana is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky soils.
Taenidia montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taenidia montana?
Taenidia montana
What is the common name of Taenidia montana?
Mountain Pimpernel
What is the natural habitat of Taenidia montana?
Grasslands
Species in the Taenidia genus
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,