Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
turolensis
ID:
501480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Not. Bot. Fl. Españ. 1: 20 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500812



Common Names

  • Scabiosa turolensis
  • Turolensis Scabious
  • Turolensis Pincushion Flower


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Synonyms

  • Knautia tomentosa Payot [unknown]
  • Scabiosa tomentosa Cav. [unknown]

Description

Scabiosa turolensis (also called 'Turolian Scabious', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has white or pink flowers with a dark center. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scabiosa turolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scabiosa turolensis sub. grosii (Pau) Greuter & Burdet
Scabiosa turolensis sub. weyleri (Pau) Romo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scabiosa turolensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scabiosa turolensis is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Scabiosa turolensis

Scabiosa turolensis is native to Spain and can be found in the mountainous regions of the country.

Scabiosa turolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scabiosa turolensis?

Scabiosa turolensis

What is the common name of Scabiosa turolensis?

Turolensis

What is the natural habitat of Scabiosa turolensis?

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,

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