Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
auriculata
ID:
496227

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 620 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495559



Common Names

  • Auriculate Figwort
  • Auriculate Scrophularia
  • Auriculata Scrophularia


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Description

Scrophularia auriculata (also called 'Auriculate Figwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scrophularia auriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scrophularia auriculata sub. valentina (Rouy) Ortega Oliv., Serra, Herrero & Muñoz Garm.
Scrophularia auriculata sub. auriculata
Scrophularia auriculata sub. lyrata (Willd.) Gamisans

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scrophularia auriculata has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scrophularia auriculata can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Scrophularia auriculata

Scrophularia auriculata is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Scrophularia auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scrophularia auriculata?

Scrophularia auriculata

What is the common name of Scrophularia auriculata?

Ear-leaved figwort

What is the natural habitat of Scrophularia auriculata?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

Species in the Scrophularia genus

Scrophularia fontqueri, Scrophularia pamiro-alaica, Scrophularia crassicaulis, Scrophularia bheriensis, Scrophularia canina, Scrophularia cabulica, Scrophularia rodinii, Scrophularia rostrata, Scrophularia canescens, Scrophularia calliantha, Scrophularia calycina, Scrophularia bulgarica, Scrophularia clematidifolia, Scrophularia bosniaca, Scrophularia birmanica, Scrophularia bitlisica, Scrophularia capillaris, Scrophularia botryoides, Scrophularia botschanzevii, Scrophularia rimarum, Scrophularia pulverulenta, Scrophularia robusta, Scrophularia paphlagonica, Scrophularia puberula, Scrophularia pruinosa, Scrophularia kotschyana, Scrophularia pinardi, Scrophularia pluriflora, Scrophularia polyantha, Scrophularia potaninii, Scrophularia regelii, Scrophularia racemosa, Scrophularia pyrenaica, Scrophularia pumilio, Scrophularia rechingeri, Scrophularia pegaea, Scrophularia pindicola, Scrophularia peregrina, Scrophularia petraea, Scrophularia peyronii, Scrophularia crassiuscula, Scrophularia aestivalis, Scrophularia altaica, Scrophularia costei, Scrophularia amplexicaulis, Scrophularia amana, Scrophularia alpestris, Scrophularia amgunensis, Scrophularia erzincanica, Scrophularia flava,

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:809039-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].