Heracleum sphondylium subsp. ternatum
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. ternatum, commonly known as Hogweed, is a robust perennial herb found in various temperate habitats. Renowned for its large, umbel-shaped white flowers, this subspecies possesses unique morphological traits. While historically utilized in traditional herbalism, it requires careful handling due to its potent, skin-irritating sap.
- Scientific name: Heracleum sphondylium subsp. ternatum
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Heracleum as the specific subspecies Heracleum sphondylium subsp. ternatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Heracleum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Heracleum sphondylium subsp. ternatum, is known by various regional names across different languages. In English, it is commonly referred to as hogweed or triple hogweed, while in German, it is known as Dreigeteilter Wiesenbärenklau. In French, the plant is called hogweed ou cerfeuil sauvage, and in Spanish, it is identified as perifollo de los prados.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily found across the diverse landscapes of Southeastern Europe. Its distribution includes specific populations located within Albania and Bulgaria. It can also be found growing throughout various regions of Greece. Furthermore, the species extends its range into Italy. Finally, this medicinal plant is documented inhabiting the Northwest Balkan Peninsula.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |