Bristlefruit hedgeparsley (Torilis leptophylla, H.G.L.Reichenbach, Icon. Fl. Germ. Helv. 21: 83, t. 169 (1866))

Family: Apiaceae

Author: (L.) Rchb.f.

Bibliography: H.G.L.Reichenbach, Icon. Fl. Germ. Helv. 21: 83, t. 169 (1866)

Year: 1866

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Torilis

Vegetable: False

Observations: Macaronesia, Medit. to C. Asia and W. Himalaya

Description

Bristlefruit hedgeparsley, scientifically known as Torilis leptophylla, is an intriguing plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. First described by the renowned botanist H.G.L. Reichenbach in 1866, this species has since captivated the interest of plant enthusiasts and researchers alike. The authoritative source for its identification comes from Reichenbach’s work in “Icones Florae Germanicae et Helvetiae.”

This plant is notable for its broad geographical distribution, thriving in regions ranging from Macaronesia and the Mediterranean to Central Asia and the Western Himalayas. Its adaptability to diverse climates and environments is a testament to its resilient nature.

The bristlefruit hedgeparsley is characterized by its slender, intricately divided foliage and the distinctive bristly fruits that give the plant its common name. These fruits are small, textured, and equipped with fine bristles that can easily attach to passing animals and humans, facilitating seed dispersal.

Given its unique morphology and extensive habitat range, Torilis leptophylla serves as an excellent subject for ecological and botanical studies. Its presence across various continents underscores its adaptability and the potential insights it offers into the evolutionary pathways of the Apiaceae family. As an enduring subject of scientific curiosity, the bristlefruit hedgeparsley continues to enrich our understanding of plant diversity and adaptation.

Common Names

Eng: bristlefruit hedgeparsley
Spa: cadejas
Deu: feinblättriger klettenkerbel
Dan: tyndbladet randfrø
En: Bristlefruit hedgeparsley
Da: Tyndbladet randfrø
Fr: Torilis à feuilles étroites, Torilis à folioles étroites
De: Feinblättriger Klettenkerbel, Feinblättrige Borstendolde, Feinblättrige Klettenkerbel
He: גזיר צר-עלים
It: Lappolina minore
Es: Cadejas

Synonyms

• Caucalis leptophylla (L.)
• Daucalis leptophylla ((L.) Pomel)
• Caucalis daucoides subsp. leptophylla ((L.) Bonnier & Layens)
• Anthriscus leptophylla ((L.) Koso-Pol.)
• Pullipes leptophylla ((L.) Raf.)
• Daucus leptophyllus ((L.) Scop.)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• France (native)
• Greece (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Kirgizstan (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Pakistan (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Saudi Arabia (native)
• Sinai (native)
• Spain (native)
• Tadzhikistan (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Turkmenistan (native)
• Uzbekistan (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Austria (introduced)
• Central European Rus (introduced)
• Czechoslovakia (introduced)
• Japan (introduced)
• Masachusettes (introduced)
• Netherlands (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• Switzerland (introduced)
• Ukraine (introduced)

Additional Images

Other

Taken Apr 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 2018 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Leaf

Taken May 23, 2022 by Emmanuel Cosson (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 31, 2020 by JBSK (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 18, 2020 by Nicolas Thierry (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 10, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Patrick RESSAYRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 3, 2022 by Erdnussflip007 funk (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Apr 15, 2008 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 24, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Ans GORTER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 2, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Daniel MATHIEU (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Mar 22, 2020 by Rémy Roux (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2019 by Pauline FOURNIER (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 10, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Patrick RESSAYRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 10, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Patrick RESSAYRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 24, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Ans GORTER (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 23, 2022 by Emmanuel Cosson (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/8364220)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:849536-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Torilis leptophylla (L.) Rchb.f.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 4

Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’]

Soil nutriments: 6