Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
schahpurense
ID:
719578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 61B: 88 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718911



Common Names

  • Heliotropium schahpurense
  • Schahpur Heliotrope
  • Schahpur Sunrope


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Description

Heliotropium schahpurense (also called Schahpur Heliotrope, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in coastal areas, often in sandy soils, and can reach a height of up to 40 cm. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or blue.

Uses & Benefits

Heliotropium schahpurense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliotropium schahpurense is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliotropium schahpurense is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until it is well-rooted.

Where to Find Heliotropium schahpurense

Heliotropium schahpurense is native to Iran and Afghanistan. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Heliotropium schahpurense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliotropium schahpurense?

Heliotropium schahpurense

What is the common name of Heliotropium schahpurense?

Schahpur heliotrope

What is the natural habitat of Heliotropium schahpurense?

Dry slopes and rocky areas

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,