Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
occidentale
ID:
1317832

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) J.I.Cohen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 618 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330286



Common Names

  • Andersonglossum occidentale
  • Occidentale Andersonglossum
  • Occidentale


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Description

Andersonglossum occidentale (also called Andersonglossum boreale, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a woody stem and can grow up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Andersonglossum occidentale is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and as an antiseptic. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andersonglossum occidentale has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andersonglossum occidentale is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Andersonglossum occidentale

Andersonglossum occidentale is endemic to the United States and can be found in California.

Andersonglossum occidentale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andersonglossum occidentale?

Andersonglossum occidentale

What is the common name of Andersonglossum occidentale?

Western Andersonglossum

What is the natural habitat of Andersonglossum occidentale?

Andersonglossum occidentale is native to the western United States and Canada

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
James I. Cohen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.I.Cohen' in the authors string.