Status:
valid
Authors:
Angius, Pontec. & Selvi
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 6: 166 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508382
Common Names
- Anchusa Montelinasana
- Montelinasana Anchusa
- Montelinasana Anchusa Plant
Description
Anchusa montelinasana (also called Montelinas Anchusa, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Spain. It has a creeping habit and small, blue flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and on roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anchusa montelinasana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Anchusa montelinasana are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anchusa montelinasana is an evergreen shrub native to Spain. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, blue flowers. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Anchusa montelinasana
Anchusa montelinasana is found in the Mediterranean region.
Anchusa montelinasana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anchusa montelinasana?
Anchusa montelinasana
What is the common name of Anchusa montelinasana?
Montelina's Anchusa
Where is Anchusa montelinasana found?
Anchusa montelinasana is found in Portugal
Species in the Anchusa genus
Anchusa montelinasana,
Anchusa aegyptiaca,
Anchusa affinis,
Anchusa aggregata,
Anchusa arvensis,
Anchusa atlantica,
Anchusa aucheri,
Anchusa azurea,
Anchusa calcarea,
Anchusa capensis,
Anchusa cespitosa,
Anchusa cretica,
Anchusa crispa,
Anchusa digenea,
Anchusa dinsmorei,
Anchusa formosa,
Anchusa gmelinii,
Anchusa hybrida,
Anchusa iranica,
Anchusa leptophylla,
Anchusa leucantha,
Anchusa limbata,
Anchusa milleri,
Anchusa negevensis,
Anchusa ochroleuca,
Anchusa officinalis,
Anchusa procera,
Anchusa pseudoochroleuca,
Anchusa puechii,
Anchusa pusilla,
Anchusa riparia,
Anchusa samothracica,
Anchusa strigosa,
Anchusa stylosa,
Anchusa thessala,
Anchusa thirkeana,
Anchusa tiberiadis,
Anchusa undulata,
Anchusa variegata,
Anchusa konyaensis,
Anchusa procera,
Anchusa digenea,
Anchusa puechi,
Anchusa thirkeana,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,
References
Roberto Angius: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Angius' in the authors string.