Status:
valid
Authors:
Vatke
Source:
tro
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Z. Gesammten Naturwiss. (Halle) 45: 127 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283585
Common Names
- Griffith's Onosma
- Onosma Griffithii
- Griffith's Onosma Plant
Description
Onosma griffithii (also called 'Griffith's Onosma', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It has small, yellow flowers and small, round fruits. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Onosma griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Onosma griffithii is yellow, with four petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onosma griffithii is an easy to cultivate and propagate plant. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Onosma griffithii
Onosma griffithii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Onosma griffithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onosma griffithii?
Onosma griffithii
What are the common names of Onosma griffithii?
Common names of Onosma griffithii include the Griffith's onosma, the Griffith's onosma, and the Griffith's onosma.
What type of plant is Onosma griffithii?
Onosma griffithii is an evergreen perennial plant.
Species in the Onosma genus
Onosma maracandica,
Onosma mollis,
Onosma mitis,
Onosma mirabilis,
Onosma microcarpa,
Onosma mersinana,
Onosma macrorhiza,
Onosma macrophylla,
Onosma maaikangensis,
Onosma lycaonica,
Onosma luquanensis,
Onosma longiloba,
Onosma mattirolii,
Onosma papillosa,
Onosma paphlagonica,
Onosma pachypoda,
Onosma pabotii,
Onosma ovalifolia,
Onosma montana,
Onosma oreodoxa,
Onosma olivieri,
Onosma obtusifolia,
Onosma nydeggeri,
Onosma nigricaulis,
Onosma nervosa,
Onosma nemoricola,
Onosma neglecta,
Onosma nangqenensis,
Onosma nana,
Onosma hybrida,
Onosma liwanowii,
Onosma inexspectata,
Onosma liparioides,
Onosma lineariloba,
Onosma lijiangensis,
Onosma levinii,
Onosma leucocarpa,
Onosma latifolia,
Onosma lanceolata,
Onosma kurdica,
Onosma kotschyi,
Onosma intertexta,
Onosma intricata,
Onosma kilouyensis,
Onosma iricolor,
Onosma khyberiana,
Onosma isaurica,
Onosma kaheirei,
Onosma iranshahrii,
Onosma sulaimaniaca,
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,