Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
814447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Icon. 2: 38 (1796)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813781

Common Names

  • Jasione Foliosa
  • Leafy Jasione
  • Leafy Sheep's-Bit

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Description

Jasione foliosa (also called Leafy Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in coastal regions and can reach heights of up to 1m.

Uses & Benefits

Jasione foliosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in perfumes and essential oils.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jasione foliosa sub. mansanetiana (R.Roselló & Peris) Rivas Mart.
Jasione foliosa sub. foliosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jasione foliosa has small, white flowers that are about 0.5 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jasione foliosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Jasione foliosa

Jasione foliosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Jasione foliosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jasione foliosa?

Jasione foliosa

What is the common name of Jasione foliosa?

Leafy sheep's bit

What is the natural habitat of Jasione foliosa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Europe

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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