Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
indecorum
ID:
1259112

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 33: 350 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258450



Common Names

  • Indecorum Lithospermum
  • Lithospermum Indecorum
  • Indecorous Stonecrop


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Description

Lithospermum indecorum (also called false gromwell, among many other common names) is an herb native to the Amazon basin in South America. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests, and is adapted to a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Lithospermum indecorum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lithospermum indecorum are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithospermum indecorum is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer, while seeds should be sown in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Lithospermum indecorum

Lithospermum indecorum is native to Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Lithospermum indecorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithospermum indecorum?

Lithospermum indecorum

What is the common name of Lithospermum indecorum?

Gromwell

What is the natural habitat of Lithospermum indecorum?

It is found in dry, sunny areas

Species in the Lithospermum genus

Lithospermum macbridei, Lithospermum mediale, Lithospermum officinale, Lithospermum molle, Lithospermum gayanum, Lithospermum peruvianum, Lithospermum erythrorhizon, Lithospermum cinerascens, Lithospermum cuzcoense, Lithospermum leymebambense, Lithospermum rodriguezii, Lithospermum bolivariense, Lithospermum azuayense, Lithospermum chiapense, Lithospermum album, Lithospermum barbigerum, Lithospermum dodrantale, Lithospermum exsertum, Lithospermum helleri, Lithospermum johnstonii, Lithospermum leonotis, Lithospermum macromeria, Lithospermum notatum, Lithospermum oaxacanum, Lithospermum pinetorum, Lithospermum rosei, Lithospermum rzedowskii, Lithospermum trinervium, Lithospermum turneri, Lithospermum unicum, Lithospermum decipiens, Lithospermum occidentale, Lithospermum parviflorum, Lithospermum subsetosum, Lithospermum canescens, Lithospermum calcicola, Lithospermum discolor, Lithospermum matamorense, Lithospermum muelleri, Lithospermum oblongifolium, Lithospermum strictum, Lithospermum virginianum, Lithospermum californicum, Lithospermum calycosum, Lithospermum caroliniense, Lithospermum cobrense, Lithospermum confine, Lithospermum incisum, Lithospermum latifolium, Lithospermum mirabile,

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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