Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
uplandicum
ID:
432958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nyman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Syll. Fl. Eur. : 80 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432290



Common Names

  • Upland Comfrey
  • Upland Knitbone
  • Upland Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Symphytum lilacinum Buckn. [unknown]
  • Symphytum densiflorum Buckn. [unknown]
  • Symphytum discolor Buckn. [unknown]
  • Symphytum coeruleum Petitm. ex Thell. [illegitimate]
  • Symphytum uplandicum coeruleum (Petitm. ex Thell.) P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Symphytum uplandicum densiflorum (Buckn.) P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Symphytum uplandicum discolor (Buckn.) P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Symphytum uplandicum lilacinum (Buckn.) P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Symphytum coeruleum Petitm. ex Thell. [illegitimate]

Description

Symphytum uplandicum (also called Russian Comfrey, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and Eastern Europe. It grows in moist soils, such as meadows, pastures, and woodlands. It has a rosette of leaves and small purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Symphytum uplandicum is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphytum uplandicum has yellow flowers with five 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 uplandicum 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 uplandicum

Symphytum uplandicum is native to the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.

Symphytum uplandicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphytum uplandicum?

Symphytum uplandicum

What type of plant is Symphytum uplandicum?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Symphytum uplandicum?

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,