Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
bulbosum
ID:
433038

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.F.Schimp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Flora 8: 17 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432370

Common Names

  • Bulbous Comfrey
  • Bulbous Knitbone
  • Bulbous Symphytum

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Synonyms

  • Symphytum macrolepis J.Gay ex Rchb. [unknown]
  • Symphytum punctatum Gaudin [unknown]
  • Symphytum filipendulum Bisch. [unknown]
  • Symphytum clusii C.C.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Symphytum zeyheri Schimp. [unknown]
  • Symphytum brochum Bory & Chaub. [unknown]

Description

Symphytum bulbosum (also called Bulbous Comfrey, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and western Asia. It has large, hairy leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows best in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Symphytum bulbosum is a popular medicinal plant, used in herbal remedies. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphytum bulbosum has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphytum bulbosum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Symphytum bulbosum

Symphytum bulbosum can be found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Symphytum bulbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphytum bulbosum?

Symphytum bulbosum

What type of plant is Symphytum bulbosum?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Symphytum bulbosum?

Temperate grasslands

Species in the Symphytum genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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