Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1779
Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç. 2: 3 (1779)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813793
Common Names
- Jasione Laevis
- Smooth Jasione
- Smooth Sheep's-Bit
Description
Jasione laevis (also called Smooth 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 laevis 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 laevis sub. carpetana (Boiss. & Reut.) Rivas Mart.
Jasione laevis sub. laevis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jasione laevis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jasione laevis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Jasione laevis
Jasione laevis is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Jasione laevis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jasione laevis?
Jasione laevis
What is the common name of Jasione laevis?
Smooth sheep's bit
What is the natural habitat of Jasione laevis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Europe
Species in the Jasione genus
Jasione orbiculata,
Jasione montana,
Jasione maritima,
Jasione supina,
Jasione penicillata,
Jasione crispa,
Jasione foliosa,
Jasione corymbosa,
Jasione laevis,
Jasione idaea,
Jasione heldreichii,
Jasione bulgarica,
Jasione cavanillesii,
Jasione sphaerocephala,
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,