Widewing Springparsley
Cymopterus purpurescens
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Basic Information
Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae
Genus: cymopterus
Plant ID (slug): cymopterus-purpurescens
Numeric ID: 20862
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cymopterus purpurescens is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
South-western N. America - California to Idaho, Utah and Arizona.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked. Sweeter than a parsnip[106].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cymopterus purpurescens Widewing Springparsley