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Showing posts with label SWEET SCABIOUS (scabiosa atropurpurea). Show all posts
Showing posts with label SWEET SCABIOUS (scabiosa atropurpurea). Show all posts
Friday, 22 May 2020
Monday, 14 May 2018
14-5-2018 VILLALONGA TUNNELS, VALENCIA - SWEET SCABIOUS (scabiosa atropurpurea)
Scabiosa atropurpurea (syn. Sixalix atropurpurea), the mourningbride, mournful widow, pincushion flower, or sweet scabious, is an ornamental plant of the genus Scabiosa in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to southern Europe.
Scabiosa atropurpurea has cauline leaves that are pinnately dissected, plants have red to purple flowers. It is native to southern Europe. It propagates by seeds which are dispersed by animals.
It prefers cooler climates; high temperatures and humidity negatively impact its growth. Scabiosa atropurpurea grows best in rich, alkaline soils high in organic matter with good drainage. It makes a good cut flower. Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Beaujolais Bonnets' is a cultivar grown for its long blooming period and burgundy flowers.
It has become an invasive species outside of its native range, including the US state of California where it has invaded grasslands. It ranks as one of South Australia's most commonly recorded weeds.
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