species 11,306 observations
Cream Scabious
Scabiosa ochroleuca
Field notes
Scabiosa ochroleuca, commonly known as cream pincushions or cream scabious, is a species of flowering plant in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae), characterized by its creamy yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and western Asia, where it typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Grey Pug Moth
1
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Black-horned Tenthredo, Sciocoris microphthalmus, Banded Thrips, Black Bean Aphid
4
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Old World Swallowtail, Yellow-faced Bumble Bee, Orange-legged Furrow Bee, Vancouver Bumble Bee
7
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS.