Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
silenifolia
ID:
501377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Hung. 2: 170 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500709



Common Names

  • Scabiosa silenifolia
  • Silenifolia Scabious
  • Silenifolia Pincushion Flower


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Description

Scabiosa silenifolia (also called Scabious, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Dipsacaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Scabiosa silenifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, blue-violet flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scabiosa silenifolia has small white flowers that are clustered in a panicle. Its seeds are small, winged and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scabiosa silenifolia is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Scabiosa silenifolia

Scabiosa silenifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in these regions, as well as in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in Mediterranean plants.

Scabiosa silenifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa silenifolia?

Scabiosa silenifolia

What is the common name of Scabiosa silenifolia?

Silenifolia

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa silenifolia?

Tropical rainforests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2594151: Based on the initial data import
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.