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Constance's springparsley
Scientific Name: Cymopterus constancei
Family: Apiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Constance's Spring Parsley
Constance's spring parsley, scientifically known as Cymopterus constancei, is also referred to by the common names wide-winged spring parsley, Lincoln's spring parsley, and wafer parsnip.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cymopterus constancei
- Family: Apiaceae (Parsley Family)
- Synonym: Vesper constancei (Cymopterus constancei)
Distribution and Habitat
Mention is made of Constance, the "guru of Lomatium in North America," camping in the Blue Mountains near some springs, suggesting a possible habitat for related species. There is also reference to locations such as Keene, Texas; Siloam Springs, Arkansas; and Watts, Oklahoma in relation to a person named Constance Parsley.
Morphological Characteristics
It is described as a tufted, perennial herb with basal, once-pinnately leaves.
In early spring, a related species, *Vesper bulbosus*, exhibits eye-catching white papery bracts.
Interactions with Other Organisms
Desert parsley (Lomatium dissectum) is mentioned as being highly attractive to early spring pollinators and other insects.
Further Information
R.L. Hartman and Constance are cited as sources for taxonomic information.