Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
rosmarinifolium
ID:
1287413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sessé & Moc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Hisp. 20 (Naturaleza (Mexico City), Ser. 2, 1: App.); ed. 2, 19. 1888

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286751



Common Names

  • Rosmarinifolium Lithospermum
  • Lithospermum Rosmarinifolium
  • Rosmarinifolium Lithospermum Plant


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Description

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium (also called Rosemary-leaved Lithospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow, pea-like flowers and divided leaves. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It has a low-growing habit and produces pink flowers in the summer. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium has small, white flowers with yellow centers and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub. It is propagated by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil. Layering should be done in the spring or summer. The layered stem should be covered with soil and kept moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Lithospermum rosmarinifolium

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithospermum rosmarinifolium?

Lithospermum rosmarinifolium

What is the common name of Lithospermum rosmarinifolium?

Rosemary-Leaved Gromwell

What is the natural habitat of Lithospermum rosmarinifolium?

It is native to the US states of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50337828: Based on the initial data import
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.