Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
concava
ID:
385513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Brand

Source:
ksu

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 252(97): 135 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384845



Common Names

  • Concave Omphalolappula
  • Concave Omphalolappula
  • Concave Omphalolappula


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Synonyms

  • Cynoglossospermum concavum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Echinospermum concavum F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Omphalolappula concava (also called Concave Omphalolappula, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and a single stem, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Omphalolappula concava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Omphalolappula concava has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalolappula concava is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil types. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and then transplanted outdoors when the plants are established.

Where to Find Omphalolappula concava

Omphalolappula concava is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Omphalolappula concava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalolappula concava?

Omphalolappula concava

What is the common name of Omphalolappula concava?

Concave omphalolappula

What is the natural habitat of Omphalolappula concava?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Omphalolappula genus

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,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
August Brand (1863-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:119510-1: Based on the initial data import