Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
comosa
ID:
817439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schur

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Verh. Mitth. Siebenbürg. Vereins Naturwiss. Hermannstadt 4: 47 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816773



Common Names

  • Physoplexis comosa
  • Comosa Physoplexis
  • Physoplexis comosa


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Description

Physoplexis comosa (also called Common Physoplexis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It grows to a height of up to 60 cm and has a basal rosette of leaves. The flowers are bell-shaped and can be white, pink, or purple. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Physoplexis comosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Physoplexis comosa has bright yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and are about 2 cm tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physoplexis comosa is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Physoplexis comosa

Physoplexis comosa is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of France, Spain, and Italy.

Physoplexis comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physoplexis comosa?

Physoplexis comosa

What is the common name of Physoplexis comosa?

Hairy Physoplexis

What is the natural habitat of Physoplexis comosa?

Native to Europe

Species in the Physoplexis genus

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,