Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
432867

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 10: 40 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432199



Common Names

  • Symphytum Grandiflorum
  • Grandiflorum Symphytum
  • Symphytum


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Synonyms

  • Symphytum ciscaucasium Gvin. [unknown]
  • Symphytum abchasicum Trautv. [unknown]
  • Symphytum ibericum abchasicum Gviniaschvili [unknown]

Description

Symphytum grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered Comfrey, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, grassy meadows and open woodlands. The plant has large, oval leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Symphytum grandiflorum is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and greenhouses. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought and heat. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphytum grandiflorum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphytum grandiflorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Symphytum grandiflorum

Symphytum grandiflorum can be found in the Mediterranean region and North Africa.

Symphytum grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphytum grandiflorum?

Symphytum grandiflorum

What type of plant is Symphytum grandiflorum?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Symphytum grandiflorum?

Temperate grasslands

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,