Ligusticum sp.
Family: Apiaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Ligusticum sp. is a native California perennial in the Apiaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Perideridia: Ligusticum has fibrous-wrapped stem bases; Perideridia has smooth bases with tuberous roots.; vs Conium: Ligusticum has fibrous stem bases in mountains; Conium has purple-spotted stems in disturbed lowlands.; vs Oenanthe: Ligusticum has fibrous stem bases; Oenanthe has thickened root crowns in wetlands.; vs Angelica: Ligusticum stem bases wrapped in fibrous remains; Angelica bases smooth and clean.; vs Lomatium: Ligusticum has white flowers and fibrous stem bases; Lomatium often yellow-flowered without fibrous bases.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ligusticum sp. native to California?
Yes. Ligusticum sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Ligusticum sp. belong to?
Ligusticum sp. is in the Apiaceae family, genus Ligusticum.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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