Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
nitida
ID:
385499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoffmanns. & Link

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Fl. Portug. 1: t. 25 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384831



Common Names

  • Shiny Omphalodes
  • Shiny Omphalodes
  • Shiny Omphalodes


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Synonyms

  • Omphalodes controversa DC. [unknown]
  • Picotia nitida Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Cynoglossum nitidum Willd. [unknown]

Description

Omphalodes nitida (also called Shiny Omphalodes, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and a single stem, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Omphalodes nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Omphalodes nitida is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalodes nitida is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil types. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and then transplanted outdoors when the plants are established.

Where to Find Omphalodes nitida

Omphalodes nitida is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Omphalodes nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalodes nitida?

Omphalodes nitida

What is the common name of Omphalodes nitida?

Shiny omphalodes

What is the natural habitat of Omphalodes nitida?

Dry, rocky slopes 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-2390259: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Johann Centurius Hoffmannsegg (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffmanns.' in the authors string.