Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
levinii
ID:
386823

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.N.Popova

Source:
ksu

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 15: 207 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386155

Common Names

  • Onosma Levinii
  • Levin's Onosma
  • Levin's Golden-Thread

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Description

Onosma levinii (also called Levin's Onosma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its linear leaves with lobed edges, yellow flowers, and small fruits. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Onosma levinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make jams and jellies. The plant has antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onosma levinii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onosma levinii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Onosma levinii

Onosma levinii can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey, and Iran.

Onosma levinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onosma levinii?

Onosma levinii

What is the common name of Onosma levinii?

Levin's Bugloss

What is the natural habitat of Onosma levinii?

Onosma levinii is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,