Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
corsica
ID:
500941

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Litard.) Gamisans

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Vasc. Corse : 148 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500273



Common Names

  • Scabiosa
  • Corsica Scabiosa
  • Corsica Pincushion Flower


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Description

Scabiosa corsica (also called Corsican Scabious, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 60 cm tall and has blue flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Scabiosa corsica has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scabiosa corsica are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scabiosa corsica is a perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Scabiosa corsica

Scabiosa corsica can be found in the Mediterranean region, specifically on the island of Corsica.

Scabiosa corsica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa corsica?

Scabiosa corsica

What is the common name of Scabiosa corsica?

Corsican Scabious

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa corsica?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

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,

References

René Verriet de Litardière (1888-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litard.' in the authors string.
Jacques Gamisans (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamisans' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915477-1: Based on the initial data import