Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Orph.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 6: 120 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813862
Common Names
- Heldreichii Jasmine
- Jasione Heldreichii
- Jasmine of Heldreichii
Description
Jasione heldreichii (also called Heldreich's Sheep's-Bit, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy habitats. It is an annual herb with blue flowers and grows to a height of 20-30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Jasione heldreichii is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces white flowers with a pleasant fragrance. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Jasione heldreichii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jasione heldreichii can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of dry conditions and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Jasione heldreichii
Jasione heldreichii is native to Greece and can be found in the mountainous regions of the country.
Jasione heldreichii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jasione heldreichii?
Jasione heldreichii
What is the common name of Jasione heldreichii?
Heldreich's sheep's-bit
What is the natural habitat of Jasione heldreichii?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Mediterranean
Species in the Jasione genus
Jasione orbiculata,
Jasione montana,
Jasione maritima,
Jasione supina,
Jasione penicillata,
Jasione crispa,
Jasione foliosa,
Jasione corymbosa,
Jasione laevis,
Jasione idaea,
Jasione heldreichii,
Jasione bulgarica,
Jasione cavanillesii,
Jasione sphaerocephala,
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,