Corky-fruit water-dropwort (Oenanthe pimpinelloides, Sp. pl. 1:255. 1753)

Family: Apiaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. pl. 1:255. 1753

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Oenanthe

Vegetable: False

Observations: W. & S. Europe to Caucasus and W. Israel

Description

The Corky-fruit water-dropwort, scientifically known as Oenanthe pimpinelloides, belongs to the Apiaceae family. This fascinating plant species was first described in 1753 by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, as documented in his seminal work “Species Plantarum.”

Thriving across a broad geographical range, the Corky-fruit water-dropwort can be found in various parts of Western and Southern Europe, extending its presence to the Caucasus region and reaching as far as Western Israel. The plant is prevalent in these areas due to its adaptability to different environments.

Characterized by its distinctive corky-textured fruit, Oenanthe pimpinelloides is well-adapted to wet habitats, typically flourishing in marshes, wet meadows, and alongside riverbanks. Its umbelliferous flowers, typical of the Apiaceae family, are usually small and white, forming umbrella-like clusters that are not only visually appealing but also attract a variety of pollinators.

The Corky-fruit water-dropwort holds ecological significance in its native habitats. As a part of diverse wetland ecosystems, it plays a role in providing shelter and food for various wildlife species while contributing to the overall health of the environment.

Understanding and preserving Oenanthe pimpinelloides is essential for maintaining the biodiversity of the regions it inhabits. This plant not only exemplifies the intricate relationships within ecosystems but also highlights the importance of botanical knowledge in preserving natural habitats worldwide.

Common Names

Nld: beverneltorkruid
Deu: bibernellepferdesaat, bilbernell-wasserfenchel
Eng: corkyfruit waterdropwort, corky-fruit water-dropwort, corky-fruited water-dropwort, water dropwort, callous-fruited water dropwort
Swe: knölstäkra
Fra: oenanthe faux-boucage
Cym: cegid mynwy, cegiden mynwy
En: Corky-fruit water-dropwort, Water dropwort, Corkyfruit waterdropwort, Corky-fruited water-dropwort, Callous-Fruited Water Dropwort, Meadow Parsley
Nl: Beverneltorkruid
Fi: Vuoripahaputki
Fr: Oenanthe faux-boucage, Oenanthe faux boucage, Jeannette
De: Bilbernell-Wasserfenchel, Bibernellepferdesaat, Bibernelle-Pferdesaat
He: יינית כמנונית
It: Finocchio-acquatico comune
Fa: آب زهرچکان
Sv: Knölstäkra
Cy: Cegiden Mynwy, Cegid Mynwy

Synonyms

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Corse (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• France (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Spain (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• California (introduced)
• District of Columbia (introduced)
• New Zealand North (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Apr 19, 2020 by ludovic vergnolle (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 29, 2020 by Maria Linardo (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 27, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yves PENIT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 18, 2017 by Angélique Detcherry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 8, 2018 by Patrick TARDIVON (cc-by-sa)

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Fruit

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 19, 2020 by ludovic vergnolle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 8, 2021 by k.dimitrov d (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 5, 2022 by Kaya Yücel (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 29, 2021 by catherine calmé (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken May 24, 2019 by Clotilde ROMERO-BESEGHER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 12, 2017 by Beverly Patrick (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 13, 2018 by Corentin Ollive (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 16, 2020 by Mike Dorling (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Other

Taken May 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Aug 8, 2006 by Tela Botanica − Laurent PETIT (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 31, 1876 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 11, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 3, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:845351-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5371889)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Oenanthe pimpinelloides L.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 6.5

Ph minimum: 5.5

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 5

Soil nutriments: 5