Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
exarrhena
ID:
368653

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. , Suppl. 4: 7 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367985



Common Names

  • Exarrhena Forget-me-not
  • Exarrhena Myosotis
  • Forget-me-not


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Synonyms

  • Exarrhena suaveolens R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Myosotis exarrhena (also called Alpine forget-me-not, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to the mountains of Europe. It grows in moist soils, in areas with full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Myosotis exarrhena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, digestive problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myosotis exarrhena are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myosotis exarrhena is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed compost. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Myosotis exarrhena

Myosotis exarrhena is native to Europe and can be found in moist grasslands and savannas. It is also found in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

Myosotis exarrhena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myosotis exarrhena?

Myosotis exarrhena

What type of plant is Myosotis exarrhena?

Myosotis exarrhena is a herb

Where is Myosotis exarrhena found?

Myosotis exarrhena is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Myosotis genus

Myosotis australis, Myosotis balbisiana, Myosotis atlantica, Myosotis austrosibirica, Myosotis azorica, Myosotis anomala, Myosotis asiatica, Myosotis arvensis, Myosotis arnoldii, Myosotis baicalensis, Myosotis cameroonensis, Myosotis capitata, Myosotis catalaunica, Myosotis chakassica, Myosotis bohemica, Myosotis cadmea, Myosotis brachypoda, Myosotis cadevallii, Myosotis brockiei, Myosotis robusta, Myosotis ruscinonensis, Myosotis exarrhena, Myosotis amabilis, Myosotis ambigens, Myosotis angustata, Myosotis alpina, Myosotis alpestris, Myosotis albosericea, Myosotis goyenii, Myosotis glabrescens, Myosotis gueneri, Myosotis cheesemanii, Myosotis forsteri, Myosotis gallica, Myosotis heteropoda, Myosotis kolakovskyi, Myosotis jordanovii, Myosotis kablikiana, Myosotis koelzii, Myosotis krajinae, Myosotis krasnoborovii, Myosotis kurdica, Myosotis laeta, Myosotis incrassata, Myosotis corsicana, Myosotis debilis, Myosotis czekanowskii, Myosotis daralaghezica, Myosotis concinna, Myosotis colensoi,

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,