Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
velebitica
ID:
356782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szabó

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 9: 50 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356114



Common Names

  • Knautia velebitica
  • Velebit Knautia
  • Velebit Knautia


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Synonyms

  • Trichera velebitica (Szabó) Soják [unknown]

Description

Knautia velebitica (also called Velebit Knautia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in late spring. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and along the edges of cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia velebitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knautia velebitica has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like shape. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and pointed at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia velebitica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late fall when the plant is actively growing. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and can tolerate drought conditions.

Where to Find Knautia velebitica

Knautia velebitica can be found in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro.

Knautia velebitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia velebitica?

Knautia velebitica

What type of plant is Knautia velebitica?

Herb

Where is Knautia velebitica native to?

Central and South America

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,

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