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Peucedanum verticillare

Peucedanum verticillare Spreng.
Peucedanum verticillare
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Peucedanum verticillare, also known as giant hog fennel or milk parsley, is a herbaceous species in the family Apiaceae. It was first described by Spreng in 1830.

Description

Peucedanum verticillare is a member of the genus Peucedanum within the carrot or parsley family, Apiaceae. This plant is commonly referred to as giant hog fennel or milk parsley. It was formally published in 1830 by the botanist Spreng. The species is characterized by its herbaceous growth form and is part of a family known for its aromatic and often edible or medicinal species.

Synonyms

Ostericum verticillarePeucedanum ludovicianumPeucedanum altissimumTommasinia verticillarisThapsia altissimaSelinum verticillareTommasinia altissimaAngelica altissimaAngelica verticillarisImperatoria verticillarisImperatoria verticillata

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