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Botanical Name : Scabiosa columbaria
Family: Dipsacaceae
Genus: Scabiosa
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Dipsacales
Synonym: Succisa pratensis.
Common Name :Pincushion flowers
Habitat : Scabiosa columbaria is native to Europe, including Britain, south and east from the Arctic circle to N. Africa, Siberia and W. Asia.. This herb is commonly found on roadsides and in vacant lots.
Description:
Scabiosa columbaria is a perennial flowering plant, growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in) by 0.8 m (2ft 7in).
It is hardy to zone (UK) 6. It is in flower from Jul to September, and the seeds ripen from Aug to September. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Bees, lepidoptera.It is noted for attracting wildlife.
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Edible Uses: Leaves are eaten.
Medicinal Uses:
Not available
Disclaimer:
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Resources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scabiosa
http://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Scabiosa+columbaria