Scabiosa prolifera

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Etymology of Scabiosa prolifera: "Scabiosa", the name of the genus derives from Medieval Latin "scabiosus", meaning "scabious", alluding to the plant’s supposed ability to cure cutaneous diseases and as remedies for relief from scabies. "Prolifera" derives from Latin "proles" [offspring] and "fero" [I bear].

There are five Scabiosa kinds/species in the Cypriot habitat.

Not such a common plant but more common among the five Scabiosa species that exist in Cyprus's nature. This one is encountered all around Cyprus at an altitude of up to 1525 metres. Scabiosa prolifera blooms between February and May. It is also known as Lomelosia prolifera.