Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
ressmanni
ID:
358154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pacher) Borbás

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Revis. Knaut. : 35 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357486



Common Names

  • Knautia ressmanni
  • Ressmanni Knautia
  • Ressmanni


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Synonyms

  • Trichera ressmannii (Pacher) Soják [unknown]
  • Knautia sylvatica ressmannii Pacher [unknown]

Description

Knautia ressmanni (also called 'Ressmann's Knautia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, sessile, and have a triangular shape. It is found in sandy soils and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia ressmanni is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knautia ressmanni has small, pink or purple flowers that are usually star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia ressmanni is a perennial that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and warm and the seedlings should germinate in a few weeks. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them into individual pots and grow them in a sunny location.

Where to Find Knautia ressmanni

Knautia ressmanni can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Knautia ressmanni FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Knautia ressmanni?

Knautia ressmanni prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the typical lifespan of Knautia ressmanni?

Knautia ressmanni typically lives for two to three years.

What type of soil is best for Knautia ressmanni?

Knautia ressmanni prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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-2335713: Based on the initial data import
Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.
David Pacher (1816-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pacher' in the authors string.