Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
virginianum
ID:
1317831

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) J.I.Cohen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330285



Common Names

  • Andersonglossum virginianum
  • Virginianum Andersonglossum
  • Virginianum


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Description

Andersonglossum virginianum (also called Virginia Andersonglossum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Andersonglossum virginianum 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 virginianum 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 virginianum 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 virginianum

Andersonglossum virginianum is endemic to the United States and can be found in Virginia.

Andersonglossum virginianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andersonglossum virginianum?

Andersonglossum virginianum

What is the common name of Andersonglossum virginianum?

Virginia Andersonglossum

What is the natural habitat of Andersonglossum virginianum?

Andersonglossum virginianum is native to the eastern 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
James I. Cohen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.I.Cohen' in the authors string.