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Ibapah springparsley
Scientific Name: Cymopterus ibapensis
Family: Apiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Spring Parsley (Cymopterus spp.)
Spring Parsley refers to several species within the genus Cymopterus, a member of the Apiaceae (carrot) family. The name "spring parsley" is a common name and can refer to different species depending on the region. Several species are mentioned within the text including, Cymopterus watsonii, Cymopterus ibapensis, Cymopterus terebinthinus, Cymopterus bulbosus, Cymopterus cinerarius, Cymopterus panamintensis, Cymopterus acaulis, Cymopterus humilis, Cymopterus multinervatus, Cymopterus lapidosus, and Cymenopterus basaltic us. This diversity can make identifying specific species challenging based on common names alone.
This group of plants is known by a variety of common names, including:
- Ibapah spring parsley
- Spring parsley
- Perejil de primavera (Spanish)
- Ibapah Wavewing
Please note: Due to the multiple species that fall under the general common name of spring parsley, caution should be taken when interpreting information related to the plants.
Considerations for Pets
- The text states that Cymopterus watsonii is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Apiaceae (Carrot Family)
- Order: Apiales
Synonyms mentioned include:
- Cymopterus longipes var. ibapensis (for Cymopterus ibapensis)
- Epallageiton ibapense (for Cymopterus ibapensis)
- Epallageiton watsonii (for Cymopterus ibapensis)
- Cymopterus longipes (for Cymopterus ibapensis)
- Cymopterus watsonii (for Cymopterus ibapensis)
Distribution and Habitat
- Many species of Cymopterus, including Ibapah spring-parsley (Cymopterus ibapensis), are found in Utah and Nevada, particularly around Ibapah and the Spring Mountains.
- The type locality for Rose's spring-parsley is near Ibapah, Juab County, UT.
Morphological Characteristics
- Spring parsley typically grows 4 to 6 inches tall.
- Turpentine spring-parsley (C. terebinthinus) has an anise-like smell emanating from its pulpy roots and fern-like foliage and bears yellow flowers.
- It is a forb/herb.
- It is perennial.
Ecological Role
- Spring parsley causes a severe "sunburn" or photosensitivity in vertebrates (fide Vet Med Sm Anim Clin).
Quirky Facts
- Turpentine spring-parsley (C. terebinthinus) has an anise-like smell.
Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- GRIN Taxonomy