Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
rosmarinifolia
ID:
509989

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ten.) D.C.Thomas

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 94 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509321



Common Names

  • Glandora rosmarinifolia
  • Rosemary-leaved Glandora
  • Rosemary-leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Lithospermum rosmarinifolium Ten. [unknown]
  • Lithodora rosmarinifolia (Ten.) I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Gymnoleima rosmarinifolium Decne. [unknown]
  • Lithospermum graminifolium Roem. & Schult. [unknown]

Description

Glandora rosmarinifolia (also called Rosemary-Leaved 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 rosmarinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glandora rosmarinifolia has yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glandora rosmarinifolia 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 rosmarinifolia

Glandora rosmarinifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.

Glandora rosmarinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glandora rosmarinifolia?

Glandora rosmarinifolia

What is the common name of Glandora rosmarinifolia?

Rosemary-leaved glandora

What is the natural habitat of Glandora rosmarinifolia?

Rosemary-leaved glandora is native to the temperate forests of eastern Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, and the Russian Far East.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607211: Based on the initial data import
Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.
Daniel C. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Thomas' in the authors string.