Family: Rosaceae
Author: Wallr.
Bibliography: Erst. Beitr. Fl. Hercyn. 2: 203 (1840)
Year: 1840
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Agrimonia
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe, S. Africa
Description
Scented agrimony, known scientifically as Agrimonia procera, is a notable member of the Rosaceae family. This aromatic herbaceous plant was first described in detail in 1840, within the second volume of “Erster Beitrag zur Flora Hercynica” by Wallr.
Agrimonia procera can be identified by its distinctive fragrance, which is one of its most charming features. The plant typically thrives across various regions in Europe and has also been reported in Southern Africa. It prefers environments that offer partial sunlight and often grows in hedgerows, woodland edges, and areas with well-drained soil.
The plant stands out with its pinnate leaves, often arranged in pairs, leading to a terminal leaflet at the end. These leaves are typically dark green on the upper surface and a lighter shade underneath, displaying a somewhat wrinkled texture. During the blooming season, Scented agrimony produces small, yellow flowers that are presented in elongated spikes, contributing to its ornamental appeal.
In addition to its aesthetic qualities, Scented agrimony holds significance in traditional herbal practices. Historically, it has been used for its supposed medicinal properties, often employed in folk remedies to treat a variety of ailments. Modern studies have continued to explore the potential benefits of Agrimonia procera, especially in fields related to natural and alternative medicine.
Despite its utilitarian aspects, the primary allure of Scented agrimony remains its delightful scent and its ability to add visual and olfactory interest to gardens and natural landscapes. Its resilience and adaptability make it a favored choice among plant enthusiasts and horticulturists alike.
In summary, Agrimonia procera is an enduring and versatile plant, appreciated for both its functional and decorative contributions across its native and introduced habitats. Its noteworthy attributes continue to endear it to those who encounter it, whether in the wild or cultivated gardens.
Common Names
Deu: großer odermennig, wohlriechender odermennig
Dan: vellugtende agermåne
Spa: agrimonia
Ita: agrimonia profumata
Fra: aigremoine odorante
Afr: akkermonie, geelklits
Eng: fragrant agrimony, scented agrimony
Nno: kyståkermåne
Nob: kyståkermåne
Swe: luktsmåborre, tuoksuverijuuri, grov småborre
Ces: repík voňavý
Fin: tuoksuverijuuri
Nld: welriekende agrimonie
Cym: llys y dryw peraroglus, llysiau’r-dryw pêr
En: Scented agrimony, Fragrant agrimony, Agrimony, Fragant Agrimony
Af: Akkermonie, Geelklits
Be: Дзядкі пахучыя
Cs: Řepík vonný, Repík voňavý
Da: Vellugtende Agermåne
Nl: Welriekende agrimonie
Fi: Tuoksuverijuuri
Fr: Aigremoine odorante, Aigremoine élevée
De: Wohlriechender Odermennig, Großer Odermennig
Hu: Szagos párlófű
It: Agrimonia profumata
Lt: Kvapioji dirvuolė
Nb: Kyståkermåne
Nn: Kyståkermåne
Pl: Rzepik wonny
Es: Agrimonia
Sv: Luktsmåborre, Tuoksuverijuuri, Grov småborre
Cy: Llysiau‘r-dryw pêr, Llys y Dryw Peraroglus, Llysiau’r-Dryw Pêr
Synonyms
- Agrimonia eupatoria subsp. odorata (Bonnier & Layens)
- Agrimonia robusta (Andrz.)
- Agrimonia eupatoria subsp. procera ((Wallr.) Fr.)
- Agrimonia eupatoria var. procera ((Wallr.) C.Hartm.)
- Agrimonia procera f. glandulosa ((Simonk.) Skalický)
- Agrimonia acutifolia (Dumort.)
- Agrimonia glandulosa ((Simonk.) Simonk.)
- Agrimonia odorata var. suaveolens (Asch. & Graebn.)
- Agrimonia odorata var. glandulosa (Simonk.)
- Agrimonia leroyi (Sennen)
- Agrimonia odorata var. procera ((Wallr.) Nyman)
Distribution
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Cape Provinces (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- France (native)
- Free State (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Ireland (native)
- Italy (native)
- KwaZulu-Natal (native)
- Lesotho (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- Northern Provinces (native)
- Norway (native)
- Poland (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- Spain (native)
- Swaziland (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
Additional Images
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Flower
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Leaf
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Fruit
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Taken Jul 11, 2018 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)
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Habit
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Other
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jun 30, 1852 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)
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Bark
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Taken Jul 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 26, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Daniel CAHEN (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3002121)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:720304-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Agrimonia procera Wallr.)
Specifications
Growth
Ph maximum: 7.5
Ph minimum: 7.0
Light: 6
Atmospheric humidity: 5
Bloom months: [‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’]
Soil nutriments: 5