Pimpinella L. is one of the larger genera in Apiaceae. The species are widely distributed throughout much of the Old World. They usually possess cordate-ovoid or oblong-ovoid, slightly laterally compressed fruits. Some mtrphological anatomical and cytological studies on Chinese Pimpinella speciese have been provided, and molecular phylogenetic studies bring a new perspective for this genus. Herein, an over- view of systematic classification studies on Chinese Pimpinella species was given. Moreover, some useful recommendations for in-dept...
