Status:
valid
Authors:
(Loisel.) D.C.Thomas
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 94 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509318
Common Names
- Glandora prostrata
- Prostrate Glandora
- Prostrate Daisy
Synonyms
- Lithospermum prostratum Loisel. [unknown]
- Lithodora prostrata Griseb. [unknown]
- Rhytispermum prostratum Link [unknown]
- Glandora prostrata bicolor Blanco-Dios [unknown]
Description
Glandora prostrata (also called Prostrate Glandora, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean. It grows in dry habitats, as well as in disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Glandora prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high ornamental value due to its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Glandora prostrata sub. lusitanica (Samp.) D.C.Thomas
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glandora prostrata has yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glandora prostrata is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Glandora prostrata
Glandora prostrata can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.
Glandora prostrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glandora prostrata?
Glandora prostrata
What is the common name of Glandora prostrata?
Prostrate glandora
What is the natural habitat of Glandora prostrata?
Prostrate glandora is native to the temperate forests of eastern Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, and the Russian Far East.
Species in the Glandora 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,
References
Daniel C. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Thomas' in the authors string.