Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
balcanica
ID:
500842

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Velen.) Velen.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Königl. Böhm. Ges. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Cl. 1888(2): 40 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500174



Common Names

  • Scabiosa balcanica
  • Balkan Scabious
  • Balkan Pincushion Flower


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Synonyms

  • Scabiosa columbaria balcanica (Velen.) Kokkini [unknown]

Description

Scabiosa balcanica (also called Balkan Pincushion Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Dipsacaceae family. It is native to the Balkans. It is found in grasslands, open woods, and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Scabiosa balcanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scabiosa balcanica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scabiosa balcanica is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Balkans and is found in meadows and open areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The divisions should be planted in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Scabiosa balcanica

Scabiosa balcanica can be found in the Balkan region of Europe, including Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia.

Scabiosa balcanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa balcanica?

Scabiosa balcanica

What is the common name of Scabiosa balcanica?

Balkan Pincushion Flower

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa balcanica?

Scabiosa balcanica is native to the Balkan region and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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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