Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
squamiflora
ID:
595289

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sieber) Greuter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Candollea 22: 235 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594621



Common Names

  • Scaly-flowered Cephalaria
  • Scaly-flowered Scabious
  • Scaly-flowered Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Scabiosa squamaeflora Sieber ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Cephalaria sieberi Szabó [unknown]

Description

Cephalaria squamiflora (also called 'Scaly-Flowered Scabious', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Dipsacaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus and is found in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes. It is an herbaceous perennial with white flowers and grows to a height of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalaria squamiflora is a popular ornamental plant, known for its attractive yellow flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cephalaria squamiflora sub. balearica (Coss. ex Willk.) Greuter
Cephalaria squamiflora sub. mediterranea (Viv.) Pignatti
Cephalaria squamiflora sub. bigazzii (Bacch., Brullo & Giusso) Domina

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalaria squamiflora has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalaria squamiflora is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cephalaria squamiflora

Cephalaria squamiflora is native to Turkey and can be found in open grasslands and rocky slopes.

Cephalaria squamiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalaria squamiflora?

Cephalaria squamiflora

What is the common name of Cephalaria squamiflora?

Squamiflora Cephalaria

What is the natural habitat of Cephalaria squamiflora?

Cephalaria squamiflora is native to Turkey and the Caucasus region.

Species in the Cephalaria genus

Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii, Cephalaria lycica, Cephalaria mauritanica, Cephalaria media,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2709425: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.