Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
tuberosum
ID:
1215992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rugel ex A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 10: 76 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001215330



Common Names

  • Tuberosum Gromwell
  • Tuberosum Stoneseed
  • Tuberosum Lithospermum


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Description

Lithospermum tuberosum (also called tuberous gromwell, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Boraginaceae. It is native to Europe, and grows in rocky hillsides, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lithospermum tuberosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithospermum tuberosum is a small, yellow-orange, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithospermum tuberosum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lithospermum tuberosum

Lithospermum tuberosum is native to Europe and parts of Asia, where it can be found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies.

Lithospermum tuberosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithospermum tuberosum?

Lithospermum tuberosum

What is the common name of Lithospermum tuberosum?

Tuberous Gromwell

What is the habitat of Lithospermum tuberosum?

Open, dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-4000990: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Ignatius Xavier Rugel (1806-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rugel' in the authors string.