Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
500854

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 100 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500186



Common Names

  • Scabiosa atropurpurea
  • Atropurpurea Scabiosa
  • Scabiosa Atropurpurea


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Synonyms

  • Scabiosa major Vilm. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa maritima L. [unknown]
  • Spongostemma atropurpureum (L.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Spongostemma maritimum (L.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Sixalix atropurpurea (L.) Greuter & Burdet [unknown]
  • Sclerostemma atropurpureum (L.) Schott [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus acutiflorus Rchb. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus ambiguus Rchb. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus atropurpureus (L.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus grandiflorus Sweet [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus maritimus (L.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cyrtostemma atropurpureum (L.) Spach [unknown]
  • Cyrtostemma maritimum (L.) Fourr. [unknown]
  • Cyrtostemma atropurpurea (L.) Spach [unknown]

Description

Scabiosa atropurpurea (also called Sweet Scabious, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Dipsacaceae family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, open woods, and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Scabiosa atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scabiosa atropurpurea is a deep purple, four-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scabiosa atropurpurea is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Scabiosa atropurpurea

Scabiosa atropurpurea can be found in Europe and parts of Asia.

Scabiosa atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa atropurpurea?

Scabiosa atropurpurea

What is the common name of Scabiosa atropurpurea?

Dark Purple Scabious

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa atropurpurea?

Scabiosa atropurpurea is native to Turkey and the Caucasus region.

Species in the Scabiosa genus

Scabiosa andryifolia, Scabiosa adzharica, Scabiosa holosericea, Scabiosa imeretica, Scabiosa jezoensis, Scabiosa fumarioides, Scabiosa georgica, Scabiosa eremophila, Scabiosa farinosa, Scabiosa owerinii, Scabiosa paphlagonica, Scabiosa parielii, Scabiosa ochroleuca, Scabiosa praemontana, Scabiosa parviflora, Scabiosa nitens, Scabiosa lucidula, Scabiosa libyca, Scabiosa lucida, Scabiosa mollissima, Scabiosa meskhetica, Scabiosa balcanica, Scabiosa atropurpurea, Scabiosa arenaria, Scabiosa correvoniana, Scabiosa corsica, Scabiosa columbaria, Scabiosa beauverdiana, Scabiosa bipinnata, Scabiosa colchica, Scabiosa cinerea, Scabiosa cephalarioides, Scabiosa canescens, Scabiosa cartenniana, Scabiosa triandra, Scabiosa taygetea, Scabiosa tenuis, Scabiosa tenuisecta, Scabiosa thysdrusiana, Scabiosa pyrenaica, Scabiosa silenifolia, Scabiosa sosnowskyi, Scabiosa semipapposa, Scabiosa triniifolia, Scabiosa turolensis, Scabiosa velenovskiana, Scabiosa vestina, Scabiosa webbiana, Scabiosa daucoides, Scabiosa africana,

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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