Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
byzantina
ID:
357317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fritsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Verh. K. K. Zool.-Bot. Ges. Wien 45: 429 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356649



Common Names

  • Knautia byzantina
  • Byzantina Knautia
  • Knautia


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Description

Knautia byzantina (also called Byzantine Knautia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species of the genus Knautia. It is native to Europe, where it is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia byzantina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Knautia byzantina is a deep purple color and has 4 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia byzantina is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Knautia byzantina

Knautia byzantina is found in wetland habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Knautia byzantina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia byzantina?

Knautia byzantina

What is the common name of Knautia byzantina?

Byzantine Knautia

What is the natural habitat of Knautia byzantina?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Knautia genus

Knautia velebitica, Knautia ujhelyii, Knautia transalpina, Knautia trachytica, Knautia visiani, Knautia caroli-rechingeri, Knautia byzantina, Knautia calycina, Knautia carinthiaca, Knautia nevadensis, Knautia norica, Knautia basaltica, Knautia baldensis, Knautia arvernensis, Knautia dalmatica, Knautia dipsacifolia, Knautia dinarica, Knautia chassagnei, Knautia cousturieri, Knautia clementii, Knautia magnifica, Knautia macedonica, Knautia mauritanica, Knautia mollis, Knautia adriatica, Knautia albanica, Knautia ambigua, Knautia arvensis, Knautia alleizettei, Knautia drymeia, Knautia dobrogensis, Knautia shepardii, Knautia pancicii, Knautia oecsemensis, Knautia orientalis, Knautia pectinata, Knautia persicina, Knautia sambucifolia, Knautia rupicola, Knautia salvadoris, Knautia sarajevensis, Knautia sennenii, Knautia sequanica, Knautia ressmanni, Knautia illyrica, Knautia intercedens, Knautia involucrata, Knautia fleischmannii, Knautia foreziensis, Knautia gussonei,

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-2334461: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.