Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
taygetea
ID:
501329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 73 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500661



Common Names

  • Taygetan scabious
  • Scabiosa taygetea
  • Greek scabious


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Description

Scabiosa taygetea (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 taygetea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scabiosa taygetea sub. portae (A.Kern. ex Huter) Kokkini

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scabiosa taygetea 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 taygetea can be propagated from seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Scabiosa taygetea

Scabiosa taygetea is native to the Mediterranean region and is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Scabiosa taygetea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa taygetea?

Scabiosa taygetea

What is the common name of Scabiosa taygetea?

Taygetea

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa taygetea?

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-2594099: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.