Mountain Parsley
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Mountain Parsley
Peucedanum oreoselinum
Mountain Parsley is a special plant that grows in cool, rocky places. It has lovely green leaves and can smell very nice, just like the herbs we use in cooking!
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Mountain Parsley has dark green, fern-like leaves that are deeply divided. Its flowers are tiny and white to greenish-white, forming flat-topped, umbrella-shaped clusters (umbels) at the end of ribbed stems. It looks more robust and wild than common garden parsley.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderApialesFamilyApiaceaeGenusOreoselinum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient people sometimes used this herb for more than just food – they thought it had magic!
Its tiny flowers gather in umbrella shapes to create a super landing strip for insects!
This tough plant can grip onto steep, rocky slopes where other greenery can't grow!
Though called "parsley," it's actually a wild cousin in the same family as carrots!
Special abilities
Ability
Rock Gripper
Mountain Parsley can grow in rocky, poor soils thanks to its strong root system that anchors it firmly.
Ability
Thirsty Survivor
It has a deep taproot that helps it reach hidden water sources in dry, exposed mountain environments.
Ability
Seed Spreader
This plant produces numerous tiny, ribbed seeds that can catch the wind and disperse widely.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-70 cm
- Spread
- 20-40 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.2-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen
eats
Black Bean Aphid
Aphis fabae
Sucks sap from stems and leaves
pollinates
Old World Swallowtail
Papilio machaon
Feeds on nectar, aiding pollen transfer
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Cold Hardy
Cold hardy plants are able to withstand low temperatures and freezing conditions without significant damage.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before touching or picking any plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Mountain Parsley?
30-70 cm
How wide does Mountain Parsley spread?
20-40 cm
How big are the flowers on Mountain Parsley?
0.2-0.5 cm
When does Mountain Parsley bloom?
Summer
Is Mountain Parsley edible?
Yes
Is Mountain Parsley toxic?
None
What is Mountain Parsley's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Mountain Parsley pollinated?
Insect
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