Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
confusum
ID:
818241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kern.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Z. Ferdinandeums Tirol 15: 247 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817575

Common Names

  • Phyteuma confusum
  • Confused Phyteuma
  • Confused Rampion

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Description

Phyteuma confusum (also called Confused Rampion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Phyteuma confusum is a popular ornamental plant and is often used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyteuma confusum has small, bell-shaped flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyteuma confusum is a terrestrial orchid native to Europe. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed. It prefers a well-drained soil mix and bright light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with a few roots attached. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phyteuma confusum

Phyteuma confusum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Phyteuma confusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyteuma confusum?

Phyteuma confusum

What is the common name of Phyteuma confusum?

Confused bellflower

Where is Phyteuma confusum found?

It is found in the mountains of central and southern 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,