Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
573534

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 73: 55 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572866



Common Names

  • Brunnera orientalis
  • Oriental Forget-Me-Not
  • False Forget-Me-Not


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Synonyms

  • Myosotis orientalis Schenk [unknown]
  • Anchusa neglecta A.DC. [unknown]
  • Brunnera orientalis elatior Gușul. [unknown]
  • Brunnera orientalis gracilis Gușul. [unknown]
  • Brunnera orientalis indurata Gușul. [unknown]

Description

Brunnera orientalis (also called False Forget-Me-Not, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial native to Asia. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces small, blue flowers in the spring. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Brunnera orientalis is a popular ornamental plant used in flower arrangements and bouquets. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a filler in hanging baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunnera orientalis is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunnera orientalis is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from clumps and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until established.

Where to Find Brunnera orientalis

Brunnera orientalis is native to the Caucasus and can be found in the countries of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.

Brunnera orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunnera orientalis?

Brunnera orientalis

What is the common name of Brunnera orientalis?

Brunnera

What is the natural habitat of Brunnera orientalis?

Native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia

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,

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