Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
381309

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 534 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380641



Common Names

  • Nigella arvensis
  • Field Love-in-a-mist
  • Field Loveinamist


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Synonyms

  • Nigella doliata Pall. ex M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Nigella agrestis J.Presl & C.Presl [unknown]
  • Nigella aspera K.Koch [unknown]
  • Nigella tuberculata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Nigella foeniculacea DC. [unknown]
  • Nigella laevis Delile ex DC. [unknown]
  • Nigella glauca Wallroth [unknown]
  • Nigella latifolia Mill. [unknown]
  • Nigella tuberculata saronensis Zohary [unknown]

Description

Nigella arvensis (also called field nigella, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the buttercup family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nigella arvensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and urinary tract infections.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nigella arvensis sub. aristata (Sm.) Nyman
Nigella arvensis sub. glauca (Boiss.) N.Terracc.
Nigella arvensis sub. taubertii (Brand) Maire
Nigella arvensis sub. latilabris (Zohary) Greuter & Burdet
Nigella arvensis sub. negevensis (Zohary) Greuter & Burdet
Nigella arvensis sub. palaestina (Zohary) Greuter & Burdet
Nigella arvensis var. anatolica Zohary
Nigella arvensis var. simplicifolia Zohary
Nigella arvensis var. oblanceolata P.H.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nigella arvensis is a small, blue-purple, five-petalled flower, with a single seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nigella arvensis is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown directly into the garden in early spring. The plants will self-seed readily and can become invasive if not managed. Propagation can also be done by division in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nigella arvensis

Nigella arvensis is native to Europe and can be found growing in dry, sunny areas. It is also cultivated in gardens.

Nigella arvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nigella arvensis?

Nigella arvensis

What is the common name of Nigella arvensis?

Field Nigella

What is the family of Nigella arvensis?

Ranunculaceae

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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