Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
566907

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.D.J.Koch & Ziz) Domin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bull. Int. Acad. Tchéque Sci., Cl. Sci. Math. Nat. Méd. 34: 25 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566239

Common Names

  • Blackstonia acuminata
  • Sharp-fruited Meadow-rue
  • Sharp Meadow-rue

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Synonyms

  • Chlora serotina Koch [unknown]
  • Chlora acuminata Koch & Ziz [deprecated]

Description

Blackstonia acuminata (also called Acuminate Blackstonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Blackstonia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Blackstonia acuminata sub. aestiva (K.Malý) Zeltner
Blackstonia acuminata sub. acuminata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blackstonia acuminata has yellow-green flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blackstonia acuminata is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Blackstonia acuminata

Blackstonia acuminata can be found in the grasslands of western and central Europe, including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Blackstonia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blackstonia acuminata?

Blackstonia acuminata

What type of plant is Blackstonia acuminata?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Blackstonia acuminata?

It is native to Europe.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Daniel Joseph Koch (1771-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.J.Koch' in the authors string.
Johann Baptist Ziz (1779-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ziz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:366502-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.