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Perennial Scabious

Lomelosia caucasica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Dipsacales ›Family: Caprifoliaceae ›Genus: Lomelosia

About

Lomelosia caucasica, the Caucasian pincushion flower, pincushion-flower or Caucasian scabious, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, native to the Caucasus, north eastern Turkey, and northern Iran. Growing to 60 cm (24 in) tall and broad, it is a clump-forming perennial with grey-green, divided leaves. Pincushion-shaped buds, borne on erect hairy, stems, open to pale blue or lavender flower heads, 4–8 cm (2–3 in) in diameter, from late summer through to autumn.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Perennial Scabious?
The scientific name of Perennial Scabious is Lomelosia caucasica.
What kingdom does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the order Dipsacales.
What family does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the family Caprifoliaceae.
What genus does Perennial Scabious belong to?
Perennial Scabious belongs to the genus Lomelosia.