Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grande
ID:
82275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 181 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081604



Common Names

  • Perymenium grande
  • Large Perymenium
  • Large Wormwood


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Synonyms

  • Perymenium tuerckheimii Klatt [unknown]
  • Perymenium tuerckheimii Vatke [unknown]
  • Perymenium latisquamum S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Perymenium strigillosum Greenm. [unknown]
  • Perymenium grande strigillosa B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]
  • Perymenium grande grande [unknown]

Description

Perymenium grande (also called great periwinkle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, blue flowers and hairy leaves. It typically grows in moist, shaded areas, such as the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Perymenium grande is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The plant is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Perymenium grande var. nelsonii (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) J.J.Fay

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Perymenium grande has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perymenium grande is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It flowers in late summer and early autumn.

Where to Find Perymenium grande

Perymenium grande is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and rocky outcrops.

Perymenium grande FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perymenium grande?

Perymenium grande

What is the common name of Perymenium grande?

Large Perymenium

What is the natural habitat of Perymenium grande?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Perymenium genus

Perymenium stenophyllum, Perymenium jalapanum, Perymenium gracile, Perymenium tamaulipense, Perymenium basaseachicanum, Perymenium paneroi, Perymenium alticola, Perymenium nicaraguense, Perymenium hintonii, Perymenium mendezii, Perymenium oxycarphum, Perymenium glandulosum, Perymenium asperifolium, Perymenium wilburorum, Perymenium huentitanum, Perymenium gymnolomoides, Perymenium uxoris, Perymenium oaxacanum, Perymenium sedasanum, Perymenium colombianum, Perymenium bishopii, Perymenium jelskii, Perymenium celendianum, Perymenium subsquarrosum, Perymenium chloroleucum, Perymenium rude, Perymenium fayi, Perymenium cualense, Perymenium jaliscense, Perymenium harlingii, Perymenium episcopale, Perymenium discolor, Perymenium featherstonei, Perymenium grande, Perymenium pinetorum, Perymenium gypsophilum, Perymenium buphthalmoides, Perymenium reticulatum, Perymenium huascaranum, Perymenium ghiesbreghtii, Perymenium beckeri, Perymenium pringlei, Perymenium berlandieri, Perymenium sonoranum, Perymenium tehuacanum, Perymenium klattianum, Perymenium ovatum, Perymenium globosum, Perymenium hintoniorum, Perymenium yanezii,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-38150: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.