Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
marginata
ID:
362304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3a): 107 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361636



Common Names

  • Margined Lappula
  • Marginata Lappula
  • Margined Stickseed


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Synonyms

  • Lappula subsemiglabra (Popov) Popov [unknown]
  • Lappula skorpili Druce [unknown]
  • Lappula semiglabra (Ledeb.) Gürke [unknown]
  • Lappula cymosa B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Lappula patula Asch. ex Gürke [unknown]
  • Lithospermum patulum Gand. [unknown]
  • Lappula redowskii patula A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Myosotis marginata M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Rochelia patula Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Rochelia marginata Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Rochelia squarrosa Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Cynoglossospermum caspicum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cynoglossospermum marginatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cynoglossospermum patulum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cynoglossospermum semiglabrum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cynoglossum patulum E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Echinospermum brachysepalum Claus [unknown]
  • Echinospermum caspium Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Echinospermum marginatum Lehm. [unknown]
  • Echinospermum patulum Lehm. [unknown]
  • Echinospermum semiglabrum Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Echinospermum skorpili Velen. [unknown]
  • Lappula marginata patula (Lehm.) Soó [unknown]
  • Lappula semiglabra heterocaryoides Popov ex Ching J.Wang [unknown]

Description

Lappula marginata (also called marginate Lappula, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to temperate Asia. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of 5-20 cm. It has small, white flowers with five petals and grows in dry habitats, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lappula marginata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lappula marginata is pink and has 5 petals. The seed is small and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lappula marginata is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be propagated by sowing the seed in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Lappula marginata

Lappula marginata can be found in Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Iran.

Lappula marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lappula marginata?

Lappula marginata

What is the common name of Lappula marginata?

Bristly Stickseed

What is the natural habitat of Lappula marginata?

Lappula marginata is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Species in the Lappula genus

Lappula stricta, Lappula subcaespitosa, Lappula subcaespitosa, Lappula tenuis, Lappula sinaica, Lappula spinocarpos, Lappula squarrosa, Lappula zapateri, Lappula tuvinica, Lappula ulacholica, Lappula marginata, Lappula semnanensis, Lappula deflexa, Lappula diploloma, Lappula drobovii, Lappula lipschitzii, Lappula coronifera, Lappula laevimarginata, Lappula ketmenica, Lappula korshinskyi, Lappula lenensis, Lappula leonardii, Lappula kulikalonica, Lappula dzharkentica, Lappula echinophora, Lappula parvula, Lappula paulsenii, Lappula mogoltavica, Lappula nuratavica, Lappula nevskii, Lappula rigida, Lappula rupestris, Lappula rupicola, Lappula saissanica, Lappula pavlovii, Lappula sarawschanica, Lappula semialata, Lappula saphronovae, Lappula popovii, Lappula rechingeri, Lappula anisacantha, Lappula fruticulosa, Lappula glabrata, Lappula alaica, Lappula aktaviensis, Lappula brachycentroides, Lappula heteracantha, Lappula barbata, Lappula badachschanica, Lappula cenchroides,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,