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Macedonica Scabiosa (Knautia macedonica)

Macedonica Scabiosa (Knautia macedonica) is a hardy perennial with deep crimson-red pincushion-like flowers from early summer to autumn, attracting pollinators.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light Exposure

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C. Hardy in many climates.

Fertilizing

Low

Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer is adequate.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6-1.0 m

Spread

0.4-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

5-7 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Knautia atrorubens Janka ex D.Brândză
Knautia lyrophylla (Pančić) Pančić
Knautia serbica Formánek
Knautia tulceanensis Nyár.
Scabiosa macedonica (Griseb.) Vis.
Trichera lyrophylla Nyman
Trichera macedonica (Griseb.) Nyman
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderDipsacales
  • familyCaprifoliaceae
  • genusKnautia
  • speciesKnautia macedonica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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