Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
rhodopensis
ID:
360034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stoj. & Stef.) Greuter & Burdet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 75 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359366

Common Names

  • Lomelosia rhodopensis
  • Rhodope Lomelosia
  • Rhodope False Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Trochocephalus rhodopensis (Stoj. & Stef.) Holub [unknown]
  • Scabiosa rhodopensis Stoj. & Stef. [unknown]

Description

Lomelosia rhodopensis (also called Rhodope Lomelosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height and has small white flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in heathland and open woodland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lomelosia rhodopensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used to stabilize soil and to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomelosia rhodopensis 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 rhodopensis is a small shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with a spreading habit and can reach up to 1 m in height. The leaves are oval-shaped and the flowers are white or pink. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lomelosia rhodopensis

Lomelosia rhodopensis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Lomelosia rhodopensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomelosia rhodopensis?

Lomelosia rhodopensis

What type of plant is Lomelosia rhodopensis?

Lomelosia rhodopensis is a shrub

Where is Lomelosia rhodopensis found?

Lomelosia rhodopensis is found in Australia

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Nikolai Stojanov (1883-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stoj.' in the authors string.
Boris Stefanoff (1894-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stef.' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915237-1: Based on the initial data import