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marsh parsley

Scientific Name: Cyclospermum

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

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Marsh Parsley (Cyclospermum leptophyllum)

Marsh Parsley, scientifically known as Cyclospermum leptophyllum, is a plant species belonging to the celery family (Apiaceae).

Common Names

  • Marsh Parsley
  • Slender Celery
  • Fir-leafed Celery
  • Smallage
  • Wild Celery

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyclospermum leptophyllum (Pers.) Sprague ex Britton & P. Wilson
  • Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) - Celery or Parsley Family
  • Synonyms:
    • Apium leptophyllum
    • Apium ammi
    • Apium tenuifolium

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant belongs to the celery family, and information regarding the safety of celery for different types of pets is widely available.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant belongs to the celery family, and information regarding the safe handling of celery for children is widely available.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Prefers sandy soils.
  • Found along the Dry Frio River.
  • Observed in Harris County, Texas and Glynn County, Georgia, and Maui.

Morphological Characteristics

  • An annual plant growing to approximately 0.7 meters (2ft 4in).
  • Features alternate, divided leaves with many small, narrow leaflets.
  • The seedhead is flat and situated on a long stalk.

Life Cycle

  • Flowers from May to June.
  • Seeds ripen from June to July.

Ecological Role

  • Considered a winter annual broadleaf weed.