Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
heldreichii
ID:
814528

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

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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.

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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 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-351939: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodoros Georgios Orphanides (1817-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orph.' in the authors string.