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Summary

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.

Subtaxa

The following subtaxa are accepted:

Scabiosa atropurpurea subsp. atropurpurea Scabiosa atropurpurea var. grandiflora (Scop.) Fiori & Paol. Scabiosa atropurpurea subsp. maritima (L.) Arcang. ↑ Cite error: The named reference 319717-1 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).

Description

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.

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Cultivation

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.

↑ ↑ "Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Beaujolais Bonnets' - Plant Finder". www.missouribotanicalgarden.org. Retrieved 2020-12-02.

Invasive species

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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Sources

Blanchan, Neltje (2005). Wild Flowers Worth Knowing. Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation. "Plant database entry for Pincushion Flower (Sixalix atropurpurea subsp. atropurpurea 'Snowmaiden') with 5 images and 11 data details". garden.org. Retrieved 2020-09-29. Wikidata: Q159446 Wikispecies: Sixalix atropurpurea APDB: 142698...