Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
alpestris
ID:
360073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kar. & Kir.) Soják

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Sborn. Nár. Mus. v Praze, Rada B, Prír. Vedy 43(1): 57 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359405

Common Names

  • Lomelosia alpestris
  • Alpine Lomelosia
  • Alpine Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Scabiosa alpestris Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Trochocephalus alpestris (Kar. & Kir.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]

Description

Lomelosia alpestris (also called Alpine Lomelosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a stem up to 40 cm long. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lomelosia alpestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomelosia alpestris is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomelosia alpestris can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Lomelosia alpestris

Lomelosia alpestris is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Lomelosia alpestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomelosia alpestris?

Lomelosia alpestris

What is the common name of Lomelosia alpestris?

Alpine Lomelosia

What is the natural habitat of Lomelosia alpestris?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes

Species in the Lomelosia genus

Lomelosia variifolia, Lomelosia sulphurea, Lomelosia rhodantha, Lomelosia rhodopensis, Lomelosia roberti, Lomelosia rotata, Lomelosia rufescens, Lomelosia ulugbekii, Lomelosia songarica, Lomelosia speciosa, Lomelosia sphaciotica, Lomelosia stellata, Lomelosia simplex, Lomelosia pulsatilloides, Lomelosia calocephala, Lomelosia aucheri, Lomelosia balianii, Lomelosia bicolor, Lomelosia albocincta, Lomelosia camelorum, Lomelosia candollei, Lomelosia caucasica, Lomelosia cosmoides, Lomelosia reuteriana, Lomelosia brachiata, Lomelosia argentea, Lomelosia alpestris, Lomelosia palestina, Lomelosia macrochaete, Lomelosia micrantha, Lomelosia minoana, Lomelosia oberti-manettii, Lomelosia crenata, Lomelosia olivieri, Lomelosia kurdica, Lomelosia paucidentata, Lomelosia persica, Lomelosia polykratis, Lomelosia porphyroneura, Lomelosia prolifera, Lomelosia pseudograminifolia, Lomelosia olgae, Lomelosia cretica, Lomelosia cyprica, Lomelosia divaricata, Lomelosia epirota, Lomelosia flavida, Lomelosia lycia, Lomelosia graminifolia, Lomelosia leucactis,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944966-1: Based on the initial data import