Digitalis

Foxglove, Lady's Glove

Message of the Flower

Regularity

The Mother’s Comment

Indispensable for all serious accomplishment.

Spiritual Message by the Mother/ Quotes by Sri Aurobindo

To be able to be regular is a great force, one becomes master of one's time and one's movements.

Sri Aurobindo, Letters on Yoga - II: Practical Concerns in Work

Colour

Ranges from purple, pink, white, yellow, to cream; often with spotted throats.

Family

Plantaginaceae

Cultivars

Numerous, especially of D. purpurea, including 'Camelot', 'Foxy', and 'Gloxiniaeflora' series.

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

2-5 inches long, depending on the species and cultivar.

Flower Texture

Smooth, sometimes slightly hairy.

Number of Petals

The flower is a fused tube, typically appearing as five petals when viewed from the opening.

Floral Symmetry

Bilaterally symmetrical.

Fragrance of Flower

Some species have a mild fragrance.

Leaf Texture

Hairy and slightly rough.

Leaf Arrangement

Mostly basal rosettes with some species having alternate leaves up the stem.

Leaf Color

Green, varying in shade from light to dark.

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Herbaceous biennials or perennials; some species are short-lived perennials.

Life Cycle

Mainly biennial, with some perennial species.

Blooming Period

Late spring to early summer.

Climate

Temperate

Water Requirements

Moderate; prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate occasional dryness.

Soil Type

Prefers rich, well-drained soil.

Temperature Ranges

Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, depending on the species.

Sun or Shade

Prefers partial shade; can tolerate full sun in cooler climates.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to aphids, slugs, and diseases like powdery mildew and leaf spot.

Pollinators

Bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators are attracted to the flowers.

Habitat

Native to Europe, western and central Asia, and northwestern Africa.

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides nectar for pollinators; some species used for soil stabilization.

Ornamental

Widely cultivated for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily medicinal and ornamental.

Endangered Status

Some species are considered at risk in their natural habitats.

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