Fineleaf waterdropwort (Oenanthe aquatica, J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl. 4: 530 (1798))

Family: Apiaceae

Author: (L.) Poir.

Bibliography: J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl. 4: 530 (1798)

Year: 1798

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Oenanthe

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to Mongolia and N. Iran

Description

Fineleaf Waterdropwort, known scientifically as Oenanthe aquatica, is an intriguing member of the Apiaceae family. First documented by the botanist J.B.A.M. de Lamarck in 1798’s “Encyclopédie Méthodique,” this plant boasts a wide geographical range, extending from Europe through to Mongolia and Northern Iran.

Oenanthe aquatica can typically be found in wetland areas, flourishing in environments that provide ample water supply. Its delicate, fine leaves set it apart from other species in its genus, lending an airy elegance to its appearance. The plant’s finely divided foliage is likely an adaptive feature that enhances its survival in aquatic environments, possibly aiding in reducing water resistance and supporting its nutrient absorption capabilities.

Further contributing to its distinctiveness, the fineleaf waterdropwort blooms with small, white flowers arranged in characteristic umbels, a common trait within the Apiaceae family. These blossoms not only add to its aesthetic appeal but also play a crucial role in attracting pollinators, ensuring the continued propagation of the species.

Apart from its ecological importance, Oenanthe aquatica is a subject of interest in botanical studies due to its unique adaptability and expansive habitat range. It remains a beautiful representation of nature’s diversity, thriving across a variety of regions and contributing to the rich tapestry of wetland flora.

Common Names

Dan: billebo, billebo-klaseskærm
Eng: fineleaf waterdropwort, fine-leaved water-dropwort
Deu: großer wasserfenchel, wasserfenchel
Nor: hestekjørvel
Nob: hestekjørvel
Nno: hestekjørvel
Fin: liejupahaputki
Swe: liejupahaputki, vattenstäkra, stäkra
Fra: oenanthe phellandre, fenouil d’eau
Nld: watertorkruid
Cym: cegid manddail y dŵr, cegiden y dŵr, cegiden-y-dŵr fanddail
En: Fineleaf waterdropwort, Fine-Leaf Water-Dropwort, Fine-leaved Water-dropwort, Fine leafed water dropwort, Horsebane, Water Dropwort, Water Fennel
Be: Амежнік вадзяны
Bg: Обикновен воден морач
Cs: Halucha vodní
Da: Billebo-Klaseskærm, Billebo
Nl: Watertorkruid
Et: Harilik vesiputk
Fi: Liejupahaputki, Pahaputki
Fr: Fenouil d’eau, Fenouil aquatique, Oenanthe phellandre, Œnanthe aquatique, Oenanthe aquatique
De: Wasserfenchel, Großer Wasserfenchel, Wasser-Rebendolde, Wasserpferdesaat, Wasser-Pferdesaat
Hu: Vízi mételykóró
It: Finocchio-acquatico cicutario, Fellandrio
Lt: Vandeninė išnė
No: Hestekjørvel
Nb: Hestekjørvel
Nn: Hestekjørvel
Fa: آب‌چکان
Pl: Kropidło wodne
Ru: Омежник водный
Sk: Haluchovka vodná
Es: Milenrama de arroyos deshecha, Perejil de brujas, Felandrio acuático
Sv: Stäkra, Vattenstäkra, Liejupahaputki
Uk: Омег водяний
Cy: Cegiden-y-dŵr fanddail, Cegid Manddail y Dŵr, Cegiden y Dŵr

Synonyms

• Phellandrium montanum (S.G.Gmel.)
• Phellandrium aquaticum var. microcarpum ((Beck) Bertová)
• Phellandrium aquaticum (L.)
• Phellandrium divaricatum var. fluitans (Gray)
• Oenanthe aquatica var. batrachiifolia (A.A.Bobrov)
• Ligusticum phellandrium (Crantz)
• Selinum phellandrium (E.H.L.Krause)
• Phellandrium divaricatum (Gray)
• Oenanthe gigantea (Zumagl.)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Altay (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iran (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Krasnoyarsk (native)
• Krym (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• North European Russi (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Siberia (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• District of Columbia (introduced)
• Ohio (introduced)

Additional Images

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Habit

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Bark

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Flower

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Leaf

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Fruit

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Other

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5371888)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:845226-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Oenanthe aquatica (L.) Poir.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 6.5

Ph minimum: 5.5

Light: 7

Atmospheric humidity: 9

Bloom months: [‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’]

Soil nutriments: 6