Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Greuter & Burdet
Source:
ksu
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 75 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359368
Common Names
- Lomelosia rotata
- Rotate Lomelosia
- Rotate False Foxglove
Synonyms
- Trochocephalus rotatus (M.Bieb.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
- Scabiosa anatolica Boiss. [unknown]
- Scabiosa porphyrostephana Boiss. [unknown]
- Scabiosa linifolia K.Koch [unknown]
- Scabiosa rotata M.Bieb. [unknown]
- Asterocephalus brevicomus Jord. & Fourr. [unknown]
- Asterocephalus lobatus Jord. & Fourr. [unknown]
- Asterocephalus polytomus Jord. & Fourr. [unknown]
- Asterocephalus rotatus (M.Bieb.) Spreng. [unknown]
Description
Lomelosia rotata (also called Rotate 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 rotata 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 rotata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lomelosia rotata 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 rotata
Lomelosia rotata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Lomelosia rotata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lomelosia rotata?
Lomelosia rotata
What is the common name of Lomelosia rotata?
Rotated Lomelosia
What is the habitat of Lomelosia rotata?
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,