Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
asperum
ID:
433047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lepech.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Sci. Imp. Petrop. Hist. Acad. 14: 442 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432379



Common Names

  • Asper Comfrey
  • Asper Knitbone
  • Asper Symphytum


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Synonyms

  • Symphytum echinatum Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Symphytum asperrimum Donn [unknown]
  • Symphytum armeniacum Buckn. [unknown]
  • Symphytum asperum armeniacum (Buckn.) Kurtto [unknown]

Description

Symphytum asperum (also called Rough Comfrey, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and western Asia. It has a short rhizome and a branched stem, with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphytum asperum is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphytum asperum has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphytum asperum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Symphytum asperum

Symphytum asperum can be found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Symphytum asperum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphytum asperum?

Symphytum asperum

What is the common name of Symphytum asperum?

Rough Comfrey

What is the natural habitat of Symphytum asperum?

It is native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa.

Species in the Symphytum 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,

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