This genus comprises approximately 125 to 140 species of herbaceous perennials that can develop a woody base and feature a conical tap root. The plants are characterized by rigid, grey-green leaves arranged on erect stems, which are adorned with compact clusters of white umbels.

Seseli

Seseli annuum

Seseli annuum subsp. annuum

Seseli annuum subsp. carvifolium

Seseli buchtormense

Seseli caespitosum

Seseli devenyense

Seseli dichotomum

Seseli elatum

Seseli elatum subsp. osseum is a tall, monocarpic umbellifer that typically reaches about 80 cm in height and flowers once before completing its life cycle. Its foliage is soft and fern-like, displaying a blue-grey hue with a pleasant aroma. During the summer, it produces upright, branching stems topped with flattened umbels of small white flowers, suitable for inclusion in floral arrangements. This plant thrives in sunny, gravelly settings, making it a fitting option for such environments.

Seseli elatum subsp. osseum

Seseli globiferum

Seseli gracile

Seseli gummiferum is a biennial plant that establishes a basal rosette of finely divided, silver-hairy leaves during its first year. By the second summer, it develops robust stems reaching up to 80 cm in height, which may stand erect or curve gracefully. At the top of these stems, large, rounded umbels emerge, showcasing clusters of white flowers with a hint of pink. This species is also suitable for use in floral arrangements.

Seseli gummiferum

Seseli gummiferum fine-leaved

Seseli hippomarathrum is a herbaceous perennial that reaches up to 60 cm in height, creating dense clumps of finely dissected, feathery leaves. During the summer months, it develops robust, branching stems that support delicate umbels of flowers, ranging from creamy-white to pink. This plant is also suitable for use as a cut flower.

Seseli hippomarathrum

Seseli intricatum

Seseli ledebouri

Seseli lehmannii

Seseli leucospermum

Seseli libanotis is a biennial or short-lived perennial that can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It features deeply divided, dark green foliage covered in fine hairs. During the summer months, it produces erect, branching stems that hold flattened clusters of small white flowers.

Seseli libanotis

Seseli mairei

Seseli montanum is an upright perennial that can reach heights of up to 70 cm. It features finely dissected, dark green foliage. During the summer months, sturdy, branching stems bear clusters of white flowers that emerge from pink buds.