Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
calcareum
ID:
1284093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stocks

Source:
tro

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 4: 174 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283431



Common Names

  • Heliotropium calcareum
  • Chalky Heliotrope
  • Chalky Sunrose


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Description

Heliotropium calcareum (also called Lime Heliotrope, among many other common names) is a species of herbaceous perennial in the Boraginaceae family. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. Native to the Mediterranean region, it can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Heliotropium calcareum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliotropium calcareum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliotropium calcareum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a light, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Heliotropium calcareum

Heliotropium calcareum can be found in India.

Heliotropium calcareum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliotropium calcareum?

Heliotropium calcareum

What is the common name of Heliotropium calcareum?

Calcareum's Heliotropium

Where is Heliotropium calcareum found?

Heliotropium calcareum is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Heliotropium genus

Heliotropium ziegleri, Heliotropium abbreviatum, Heliotropium acutiflorum, Heliotropium aegyptiacum, Heliotropium aenigmatum, Heliotropium aequoreum, Heliotropium agdense, Heliotropium albovillosum, Heliotropium albrechtii, Heliotropium alcyonium, Heliotropium ammophilum, Heliotropium amnis-edith, Heliotropium amplexicaule, Heliotropium anchusanthum, Heliotropium angiospermum, Heliotropium anomalum, Heliotropium antiatlanticum, Heliotropium apertum, Heliotropium arbainense, Heliotropium arborescens, Heliotropium arenicola, Heliotropium arenitense, Heliotropium arguzioides, Heliotropium argyreum, Heliotropium azzanum, Heliotropium bacciferum, Heliotropium balfourii, Heliotropium benadirense, Heliotropium biannulatiforme, Heliotropium biblianum, Heliotropium bogdanii, Heliotropium borasdjunense, Heliotropium bovei, Heliotropium brachygyne, Heliotropium brachythrix, Heliotropium bracteatum, Heliotropium brevilimbe, Heliotropium bucharicum, Heliotropium bullockii, Heliotropium buruense, Heliotropium calvariavis, Heliotropium chalcedonium, Heliotropium chaudharyanum, Heliotropium chenopodiaceum, Heliotropium chorassanicum, Heliotropium chrysocarpum, Heliotropium circinatum, Heliotropium collinum, Heliotropium confertiflorum, Heliotropium congestum,

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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