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Mexican hemlockparsley
Scientific Name: Conioselinum mexicanum
Family: Apiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Mexican Hemlock-parsley
Explore the fascinating world of Conioselinum mexicanum, commonly known as Mexican Hemlock-parsley. This plant, part of the Apiaceae family, has a unique natural history and distribution.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Conioselinum mexicanum J.M. Coult. & Rose
- Common Names: Mexican Hemlock-parsley
- Family: Apiaceae (also known as the Carrot family)
- Rank: Species
- Author, Place of Publication: Coulter, John M. & Rose, Joseph, N. 1900.
- Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but the text lists variations of the common name (e.g., Mexican hemlockparsley, Mexican Hemlock-parsley).
Distribution and Habitat
- Found in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.
- Specific locations mentioned include the U.S.-Mexico border region, including areas near Nogales and Rancho Los Fresno.
- Associated with the Sonoran Desert region.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as an erect perennial plant with deeply toothed compound leaves and umbels of white flowers.
Ecological Role
- The plant's presence is noted in the context of the U.S.-Mexico border region and its associated ecosystems.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The plant is mentioned in relation to the Mexican Funnel-eared Bat, suggesting a potential overlap in habitat.
Considerations for Children
- The plant is easily confused with poisonous Hemlock.
Further Information
- Referenced resources include Discover Life and the Encyclopedia of Life.
- Mentioned databases or institutions include Plant Database and Garden Guides.