Phyteuma spicatum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicatum
ID:
817405
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 171 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816739
Common Names
- Phyteuma spicatum
- Spicatum Phyteuma
- Phyteuma spicatum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyteuma spicatum (also called Rampion Bellflower, 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
Phyteuma spicatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyteuma spicatum is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phyteuma spicatum 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 Phyteuma spicatum
Phyteuma spicatum is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of France, Spain, and Italy.
Phyteuma spicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyteuma spicatum?
Phyteuma spicatum
What is the common name of Phyteuma spicatum?
Spiked Phyteuma
What is the natural habitat of Phyteuma spicatum?
Native to Europe
Species in the Phyteuma genus
Phyteuma tetramerum, Phyteuma adulterinum, Phyteuma spicatum, Phyteuma vagneri, Phyteuma orbiculare, Phyteuma orbiculariforme, Phyteuma ovatum, Phyteuma persicifolium, Phyteuma sieberi, Phyteuma michelii, Phyteuma nigrum, Phyteuma obornyanum, Phyteuma rupicola, Phyteuma betonicifolium, Phyteuma scorzonerifolium, Phyteuma serratum, Phyteuma scheuchzeri, Phyteuma huteri, Phyteuma humile, Phyteuma cordatum, Phyteuma confusum, Phyteuma charmelii, Phyteuma gallicum, Phyteuma hemisphaericum, Phyteuma hedraianthifolium, Phyteuma globulariifolium, Phyteuma pyrenaeum, Phyteuma persicifolium,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354623: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.