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mountain springparsley

Scientific Name: Cymopterus montanus

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Mountain Spring Parsley (Cymopterus montanus)

Mountain Spring Parsley, also known as Alpine False Springparsley or simply Mountain Parsley, is a perennial herb found in western North America. It belongs to the Parsley Family (Apiaceae or Umbelliferae).

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is a member of the Parsley family (Apiaceae), and while the text states that there are "None known" Hazards, it is generally wise to supervise pets around any plant.
  • The plant can reach up to 2 feet in height, so be mindful of access for small pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is a member of the Parsley family (Apiaceae), and while the text states that there are "None known" Hazards, it is generally wise to supervise children around any plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cymopterus montanus Nutt. ex T. & G.
  • Common Names: Mountain Spring Parsley, Alpine False Springparsley, Mountain Parsley, Spring Parsley
  • Family: Apiaceae (also known as Umbelliferae) - Parsley Family
  • Synonyms: Phellopterus montanus

Distribution and Habitat

  • Widely distributed in the desert and mountain country of western North America.
  • Found in habitats ranging from foothills to moderate elevations in the mountains.
  • Often found in dry areas, including Scott County, Kansas; Wasatch Mountain foothills, Salt Lake County, Utah; and in areas surrounding Mount Nebo.
  • Sometimes found in forests and grasslands.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Perennial herb.
  • Typically 4-6 inches tall, but can grow up to 2 feet (60 cm).
  • Early bloomer relative to its environment.
  • Fleshy, pale in appearance.
  • Williams' spring parsley is described as a tufted, perennial herb with basal leaves.

Flowering Season

  • Long blooming season, ranging from early spring to early fall.

Quirky Facts

  • The text mentions "Parsley Fern Lefthand Gully" being the site of a mountain rescue, although this isn't directly related to the plant itself.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Illustrated flora of the northern States and Canada (Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913)
  • Plant database entries with detailed data.