Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Brand
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 252(97): 22 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633843
Common Names
- Cynoglossopsis Latifolia
- Latifolia Cynoglossopsis
- Cynoglossopsis of Latifolia
Description
Cynoglossopsis latifolia (also called 'Broadleaf Houndstongue', 'Broadleaf Cynoglossum' and 'Broadleaf Cynoglossopsis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is native to North America and is found in woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas. It has thin, wiry stems with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cynoglossopsis latifolia is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant in some parts of the world.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cynoglossopsis latifolia has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cynoglossopsis latifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Cynoglossopsis latifolia
Cynoglossopsis latifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Cynoglossopsis latifolia FAQ
What are the common names of Cynoglossopsis latifolia?
Common names of Cynoglossopsis latifolia include broad-leaved tongue-grass and wild asparagus.
What is the native range of Cynoglossopsis latifolia?
Cynoglossopsis latifolia is native to southern Africa.
What is the growth habit of Cynoglossopsis latifolia?
Cynoglossopsis latifolia is an evergreen perennial with a sprawling habit.
Species in the Cynoglossopsis genus
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,