Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Lakušić, Niketić & Stevan.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 118: 23 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336510
Description
Edraianthus canescens (also called 'Canescent Bellflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves and produces bell-shaped blue flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Edraianthus canescens is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens and alpine gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Edraianthus canescens has yellow flowers with purple anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Edraianthus canescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Edraianthus canescens
Edraianthus canescens is native to Croatia and can be found in the regions of Dalmatia, Istria, and Slavonia.
Edraianthus canescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Edraianthus canescens?
Edraianthus canescens
What type of plant is Edraianthus canescens?
It is a herb
Where is Edraianthus canescens found?
It is found in India
Species in the Edraianthus genus
Edraianthus australis,
Edraianthus dalmaticus,
Edraianthus dinaricus,
Edraianthus glisicii,
Edraianthus graminifolius,
Edraianthus hercegovinus,
Edraianthus horvatii,
Edraianthus intermedius,
Edraianthus murbeckii,
Edraianthus niveus,
Edraianthus parnassicus,
Edraianthus pumilio,
Edraianthus serbicus,
Edraianthus serpyllifolius,
Edraianthus tenuifolius,
Edraianthus wettsteinii,
Edraianthus lakusicii,
Edraianthus tarae,
Edraianthus pilosulus,
Edraianthus pulevicii,
Edraianthus sutjeskae,
Edraianthus caespitosus,
Edraianthus pubescens,
Edraianthus canescens,
Edraianthus stankovicii,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,
References
Dmitar Lakušić: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Lakušić' in the authors string.