Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
360098

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Greuter & Burdet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 74 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359430

Common Names

  • Lomelosia divaricata
  • Divaricate Lomelosia
  • Divaricate Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Trochocephalus lyratus (Forssk.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Trochocephalus siculus (L.) Holub [unknown]
  • Trichera lyrata Paolucci [unknown]
  • Scabiosa lyrata Forssk. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa divaricata Jacq. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa sicula L. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus divaricatus Lag. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus lyratus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus siculus (L.) Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Lomelosia divaricata (also called 'Divaricate Lomelosia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lomelosia divaricata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomelosia divaricata is yellow, with a tubular shape and four petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomelosia divaricata can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lomelosia divaricata

Lomelosia divaricata is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Lomelosia divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomelosia divaricata?

Lomelosia divaricata

What is the common name of Lomelosia divaricata?

Divaricate Lomelosia

What is the habitat of Lomelosia divaricata?

Dry grasslands and steppes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2339545: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.