Saponaria bellidifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bellidifolia
ID:
438937
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Spic. Bot. : 5 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438269
Common Names
- Bellidifolia Saponaria
- Bellidifolia Catchfly
- Bellidifolia Soapwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saponaria bellidifolia (also called Daisy Soapwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It typically grows in temperate regions, in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Saponaria bellidifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saponaria bellidifolia has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saponaria bellidifolia is a perennial flowering plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a cool climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Saponaria bellidifolia
Saponaria bellidifolia can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Saponaria bellidifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saponaria bellidifolia?
Saponaria bellidifolia
What is the family of Saponaria bellidifolia?
Caryophyllaceae
What is the common name of Saponaria bellidifolia?
Daisy-leaved Soapwort
Species in the Saponaria genus
Saponaria glutinosa, Saponaria lutea, Saponaria ocymoides, Saponaria officinalis, Saponaria chlorifolia, Saponaria calabrica, Saponaria caespitosa, Saponaria bellidifolia, Saponaria suffruticosa, Saponaria pumilio, Saponaria sicula, Saponaria subrosularis, Saponaria orientalis, Saponaria gypsacea, Saponaria prostrata, Saponaria spathulifolia,
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2484981: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.