Family: Apiaceae
Author: W.D.J.Koch
Bibliography: Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 12:125. 1824 (Gen. pl. Umbell.)
Year: 1821
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Helosciadium
Vegetable: False
Observations: W. & C. Europe, Morocco (Atlas Mts.)
Description
Creeping marshwort, scientifically known as Helosciadium repens, is a fascinating plant species notable for its botanical significance and geographical distribution. Classified under the Apiaceae family, this plant holds an esteemed position in various floral ecosystems.
The scientific documentation of Helosciadium repens traces back to 1824 when W.D.J. Koch, the author, formally described it in his work published in Nova Acta Physico-Medica Academiae Caesareae Leopoldino-Carolinae Naturae Curiosorum. In his elaborate compilation within the twelfth volume, Koch elucidated the characteristics and botanical intricacies of this delicate plant, contributing significantly to the understanding of the genus Umbelliferae, to which the plant belongs.
Helosciadium repens, commonly known as Creeping marshwort, thrives predominantly in the wetland habitats of Western and Central Europe. Its range expands beyond the European continent, reaching the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. This geographical diversity highlights the plant’s adaptability to varied climatic conditions prevalent across these regions.
Understanding the ecological role and conservation status of Creeping marshwort is paramount, given its preference for marshy settlements, which are often sensitive to environmental changes. The plant’s creeping nature and its role within the wetland’s plant community make it a subject of interest for botanists and ecologists alike. Observations note that it forms mats in saturated soils, contributing to soil stability and offering habitat to various microfauna.
In summary, Creeping marshwort (Helosciadium repens) stands out for its ecological value and historical documentation in botanical literature. It represents an essential component of wetland biodiversity across its distribution range in Europe and North Africa. The contributions of W.D.J. Koch in the early nineteenth century continue to resonate, providing a foundational understanding of this notable species in the Apiaceae family.
Common Names
Spa: apio rastrero
Eng: creeping marshwort
Deu: kriechende sellerie, kriechender sumpfschirm, kriechende sellerie
Dan: krybende sumpskærm
Nld: kruipend moerasscherm
Swe: sumpfloka
En: Creeping marshwort
Bg: Пълзяща целина
Ca: Creixen bord
Nl: Kruipend moerasscherm
Fi: Juurtoselleri
Fr: Ache rampante
De: Kriechende Sellerie, Kriechender Scheiberich, Kriechender Sellerie, Kriechender Eppich
It: Sedano strisciante
Lt: Šliaužiantysis salieras
Nb: Sumpselleri
Nn: Sumpselleri
Pl: Peczyna blotna, Selery błotne
Sk: Zeler plazivý
Sl: Plazeča zelena
Cy: Dyfrforonen Ymlusgol
Synonyms
- Laoberdes repens ((Jacq.) Raf.)
- Apium nodiflorum var. repens ((Jacq.) Bab.)
- Apium repens ((Jacq.) Lag.)
- Sium repens (Jacq.)
- Selinum repens ((Jacq.) E.H.L.Krause)
- Helosciadium palatinum (F.W.Schultz ex Nyman)
- Helodium repens ((Jacq.) Dumort.)
- Helosciadium nodiflorum subsp. repens ((Jacq.) Bonnier & Layens)
- Apium nodiflorum subsp. repens (P.Fourn.)
Distribution
- Austria (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Italy (native)
- Morocco (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- Poland (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Spain (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Canary Is. (introduced)
- Pennsylvania (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken Aug 23, 2008 by EOL − Michael Wunderli (cc-by)
Habit
Taken Sep 12, 2009 by EOL − Michael Wunderli (cc-by)
Sources
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7456091)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:842900-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Apium repens (Jacq.) Lag.)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7808195)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
Growth
Ph maximum: 6.5
Ph minimum: 5.5
Light: 8
Atmospheric humidity: 8
Soil nutriments: 3
Soil salinity: 1