Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
cavanillesii
ID:
814792

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Vicioso

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 6(2): 80 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814126

Common Names

  • Jasione cavanillesii
  • Cavanillesii Jasione
  • Cavanillesii Jasione

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Description

Jasione cavanillesii (also called 'Cavanilles' Sheep's-bit', among many other common names) is an annual herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves that are up to 5 cm long and 1 cm wide. It is native to Spain, and grows in dry grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Jasione cavanillesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in making herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jasione cavanillesii is a star-shaped white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jasione cavanillesii is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of up to 30 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions taken in summer. The divisions should be taken from young, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Jasione cavanillesii

Jasione cavanillesii is native to Spain and can be found in the Pyrenees Mountains.

Jasione cavanillesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jasione cavanillesii?

Jasione cavanillesii

What is the common name of Jasione cavanillesii?

Cavanilles' sheep's-bit

What is the natural habitat of Jasione cavanillesii?

It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands and rocky places at elevations of 500–2,500 m

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,

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