Munich, Germany, 09/25
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Knautia arvensis

Scientific Name
Knautia arvensis
FAMILY
Caprifoliaceae
LIFESPAN
Perennial
BLOSSOM SYMMETRY
Radial
Common Name
Field scabious
ORDER
Dipsacales
BLOSSOM COLOR
Pink
PHYLLOTAXIS
Whorled

Knautia arvensis, commonly known as Field Scabious, is a striking perennial herb native to Europe and Western Asia. It thrives in sunny environments like meadows, dry grassland, and pastures. The plant features delicate yet robust structure, with tall, branched stems and characteristic globe-shaped, lavender-to-purple flower heads that bloom throughout the summer and autumn. Ecologically, Field Scabious is highly valued as a vital source of nectar, attracting a diverse range of pollinators, including bees, hoverflies, and is especially popular with numerous species of butterflies.Its graceful appearance and long flowering season make it an excellent and durable addition to naturalistic gardens and wildflower areas.

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Munich, Germany, 09/25
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Munich, Germany, 09/25
Munich, Germany, 09/25(HD Scan)