Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
nuragica
ID:
542140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arrigoni & E.Nardi

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Boll. Soc. Sarda Sci. Nat. 17: 215 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541472



Common Names

  • Aquilegia nuragica
  • Nuragic Columbine
  • Nuragic Columbine Plant


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Synonyms

  • Aquilegia cremnophila Bacch., Brullo, Congiu, Fenu, J.L.Garrido & Mattana [unknown]

Description

Aquilegia nuragica (also called Nuragica Columbine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Sardinia and Corsica. It has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved spurs. It grows in rocky and grassy areas, and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia nuragica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aquilegia nuragica has five petals, which are usually white or pale pink. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilegia nuragica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every spring. Deadheading spent flowers can help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Aquilegia nuragica

Aquilegia nuragica can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe, from Spain to the Balkans.

Aquilegia nuragica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilegia nuragica?

Aquilegia nuragica

What is the common name of Aquilegia nuragica?

Nuragic Columbine

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia nuragica?

Woodlands and meadows

Species in the Aquilegia genus

Aquilegia alpina, Aquilegia amaliae, Aquilegia aragonensis, Aquilegia atrata, Aquilegia atrovinosa, Aquilegia atwoodii, Aquilegia aurea, Aquilegia baltistanica, Aquilegia baluchistanica, Aquilegia barbaricina, Aquilegia barnebyi, Aquilegia bernardi, Aquilegia bertolonii, Aquilegia blecicii, Aquilegia borodinii, Aquilegia brevistyla, Aquilegia buergeriana, Aquilegia caerulea, Aquilegia canadensis, Aquilegia cazorlensis, Aquilegia champagnatii, Aquilegia chaplinei, Aquilegia chitralensis, Aquilegia chrysantha, Aquilegia colchica, Aquilegia confusa, Aquilegia cottia, Aquilegia cymosa, Aquilegia desertorum, Aquilegia desolaticola, Aquilegia dichroa, Aquilegia dinarica, Aquilegia discolor, Aquilegia ecalcarata, Aquilegia einseleana, Aquilegia elegantula, Aquilegia euchroma, Aquilegia eximia, Aquilegia flabellata, Aquilegia flavescens, Aquilegia formosa, Aquilegia fosteri, Aquilegia fragrans, Aquilegia ganboldii, Aquilegia gegica, Aquilegia glandulosa, Aquilegia gracillima, Aquilegia grata, Aquilegia guarensis, Aquilegia hinckleyana,

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644921: Based on the initial data import
Pier Virgilio Arrigoni (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arrigoni' in the authors string.
Enio Nardi (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Nardi' in the authors string.