Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
victoris
ID:
484608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klokov

Source:
ksu

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 17: 300 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483940

Common Names

  • Polemonium victoris
  • Victor's Jacob's Ladder
  • Victor's Polemonium

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Synonyms

  • Polemonium vajgaczense Klokov [unknown]

Description

Polemonium victoris (also called 'Victor's Jacob's Ladder', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of leaves and a single stem with small blue flowers. It is found in open areas, such as meadows, and in moist areas, such as near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Polemonium victoris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polemonium victoris is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polemonium victoris is a perennial herb that grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Polemonium victoris

Polemonium victoris can be found in the western Himalayas, in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Polemonium victoris FAQ

What is the common name of Polemonium victoris?

Victor's Jacob's Ladder

What type of soil does Polemonium victoris prefer?

Moist, well-drained soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Polemonium victoris?

50-60°F

Species in the Polemonium genus

Polemonium sachalinense, Polemonium schizanthum, Polemonium speciosum, Polemonium schmidtii, Polemonium pulchellum, Polemonium victoris, Polemonium yezoense, Polemonium kiushianum, Polemonium glabrum, Polemonium nevadense, Polemonium occidentale, Polemonium majus, Polemonium mexicanum, Polemonium caeruleum, Polemonium acutiflorum, Polemonium boreale, Polemonium elegans, Polemonium villosissimum, Polemonium micranthum, Polemonium grandiflorum, Polemonium brandegeei, Polemonium carneum, Polemonium chartaceum, Polemonium flavum, Polemonium foliosissimum, Polemonium pauciflorum, Polemonium pectinatum, Polemonium pulcherrimum, Polemonium reptans, Polemonium van-bruntiae, Polemonium viscosum, Polemonium villosum, Polemonium californicum, Polemonium eximium, Polemonium caucasicum, Polemonium sumushanense, Polemonium chinense, Polemonium hingganicum, Polemonium mellitum, Polemonium eddyense, Polemonium campanulatum,

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,