Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
zahnii
ID:
362807

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Heldr. ex Halácsy) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 73: 56 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362139



Common Names

  • Lithodora
  • Graceful Forget-me-not
  • Zahn's Forget-me-not


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Synonyms

  • Lithospermum zahnii Heldr. ex Halácsy [unknown]

Description

Lithodora zahnii (also called Zahn's Lithodora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with blue flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in rocky soils in scrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lithodora zahnii is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a low-maintenance garden plant. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithodora zahnii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithodora zahnii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lithodora zahnii

Lithodora zahnii can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the south of France and Italy.

Lithodora zahnii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithodora zahnii?

Lithodora zahnii

What are the common names of Lithodora zahnii?

Zahnii lithodora, Zahnii

What is the natural habitat of Lithodora zahnii?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in the Mediterranean region.

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-2343752: Based on the initial data import
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Eugen von Halácsy (1842-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halácsy' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.