Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
decomposita
ID:
496325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Royle ex Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Scroph. Ind. : 18 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495657



Common Names

  • Decomposita Figwort
  • Decomposita Scrophularia
  • Decomposed Figwort


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Description

Scrophularia decomposita (also called Decomposed Figwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scrophularia decomposita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Scrophularia decomposita has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Scrophularia decomposita is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Scrophularia decomposita are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scrophularia decomposita is a perennial herb native to Afghanistan. It is best propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil mix in a sunny spot. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Scrophularia decomposita

Scrophularia decomposita is native to Europe and can be found in damp meadows and woodlands.

Scrophularia decomposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scrophularia decomposita?

Scrophularia decomposita

What is the common name of Scrophularia decomposita?

Decomposed Figwort

What is the natural habitat of Scrophularia decomposita?

Dry rocky slopes and open woodlands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Forbes Royle (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Royle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:809136-1: 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].