Mountain-parsley (Peucedanum oreoselinum, Methodus: 82 (1794))

Family: Apiaceae

Author: (L.) Moench

Bibliography: Methodus: 82 (1794)

Year: 1794

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Peucedanum

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to N. Caucasus

Description

Mountain-parsley, scientifically known as Peucedanum oreoselinum, is an intriguing member of the Apiaceae family. First documented in 1794 in the publication “Methodus” (page 82) by the botanist Conrad Moench, following the initial classification by Carl Linnaeus (indicated by the author abbreviation (L.) Moench), this plant has captured the interest of botanists for centuries.

The native range of Mountain-parsley encompasses a wide geographical zone, stretching from various regions across Europe to the northern parts of the Caucasus. This broad distribution highlights the plant’s adaptability to different climates and environments. It typically thrives in well-drained soils and enjoys a habitat that provides adequate sunlight, although it is known to withstand a range of environmental conditions.

Belonging to the Apiaceae family, which includes notable plants like carrots and celery, Mountain-parsley features the characteristic umbels of tiny flowers that are commonplace within this family. These flowers, usually white or pale yellow, emerge in clusters and provide a delicate, airy appearance to the plant, making it an attractive species within its native habitats.

Mountain-parsley is not only valued for its aesthetic contributions to the landscape but also holds scientific interest due to its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers often explore the genus Peucedanum for potential medicinal uses, given the well-documented therapeutic potentials of many Apiaceae family members. While more research is needed to fully elucidate the benefits of Peucedanum oreoselinum specifically, its classification within this biologically rich family suggests a promising area for future studies.

In summary, Peucedanum oreoselinum, or Mountain-parsley, is a noteworthy species with a lengthy historical documentation, broad native habitat range, and potential for scientific discovery within the renowned Apiaceae family.

Common Names

En: Mountain-parsley
Da: Bakke-svovlrod
Fi: Hietasuoputki
De: Berg-Haarstrang
It: Imperatoria apio-montano
Lv: Kalnu rugtdille
Nb: Bakkekjeks
Nn: Bakkekjeks
Sv: Backsilja

Synonyms

• Selinum oreoselinum ((L.) Crantz)
• Athamanta divaricifolia (Stokes)
• Athamanta divaricata (Gilib.)
• Peucedanum oreoselinum subsp. bourgaei ((Lange) M.Laínz)
• Oreoselinum nigrum (Delarbre)
• Oreoselinum majus (Garsault)
• Peucedanum orbiculare (Dulac)
• Cervaria oreoselinum ((L.) Gaudin)
• Oreoselinum legitimum (M.Bieb.)
• Oreoselis divaricata (Raf.)
• Peucedanum oreoselinum var. angulatum (DC.)
• Athamanta diffusa (Gilib.)
• Peucedanum bourgaei (Lange)
• Angelica oreoselinum ((L.) M.Hiroe)
• Peucedanum oreoselinum var. pubescens (Merino)
• Peucedanum oreoselinum var. bourgaei (Lange)

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Italy (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Sep 20, 2021 by Diego Alex (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2022 by Alexander Baransky (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2022 by Alexander Baransky (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 22, 2021 by igor (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Aug 17, 2011 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2018 by nikobon (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 2, 2020 by alderash (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 21, 2022 by sakalian (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2022 by Alexander Baransky (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Aug 17, 2011 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 9, 2022 by Alexander Baransky (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:846307-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Peucedanum oreoselinum (L.) Moench)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/6027417)

Specifications

Growth

Bloom months: [‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’]