Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
tuberosum
ID:
432893

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 136 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432225



Common Names

  • Tuberous Comfrey
  • Tuberous Knitbone
  • Tuberous Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Symphytum mediterraneum W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Symphytum minus Bubani [unknown]
  • Symphytum leonhardtianum Pugsley [unknown]

Description

Symphytum tuberosum (also called Tuberous Comfrey, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and western Asia. It has large, hairy leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows best in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Symphytum tuberosum is a popular medicinal plant, used in herbal remedies. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symphytum tuberosum sub. nodosum (Schur) Soó

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphytum tuberosum has small, yellow flowers with white petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphytum tuberosum 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 tuberosum

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

Symphytum tuberosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphytum tuberosum?

Symphytum tuberosum

What is the common name of Symphytum tuberosum?

Tuberous Comfrey

What is the natural habitat of Symphytum tuberosum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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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