Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
orbicularis
ID:
1240998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 40: 479 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240336



Common Names

  • Phacelia orbicularis
  • Round-leaved Phacelia
  • Round-leaved Scorpion-weed


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Description

Phacelia orbicularis (also called Round-leaved Phacelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family. It is an annual herb with orbicular-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is native to North America, and is found in temperate and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phacelia orbicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its attractive foliage and bright flowers make it a popular choice for gardeners.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phacelia orbicularis is a small, white to pinkish-purple, with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phacelia orbicularis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Phacelia orbicularis

Phacelia orbicularis is native to the United States. It can be found in moist, shady areas in temperate climates.

Phacelia orbicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phacelia orbicularis?

Phacelia orbicularis

What is the common name of Phacelia orbicularis?

Round-Leaved Phacelia

What is the family of Phacelia orbicularis?

Boraginaceae

Species in the Phacelia genus

Phacelia welshii, Phacelia vossii, Phacelia zaragozana, Phacelia tanacetifolia, Phacelia capitata, Phacelia bombycina, Phacelia cronquistiana, Phacelia altotonga, Phacelia amabilis, Phacelia mammillarensis, Phacelia mollis, Phacelia sanzinii, Phacelia ramosissima, Phacelia secunda, Phacelia potosina, Phacelia gilioides, Phacelia gentryi, Phacelia insularis, Phacelia incana, Phacelia lyallii, Phacelia lenta, Phacelia hirtuosa, Phacelia sivinskii, Phacelia cottamii, Phacelia argylensis, Phacelia sonoitensis, Phacelia buell-vivariensis, Phacelia cloudcroftensis, Phacelia furnissii, Phacelia higginsii, Phacelia hughesii, Phacelia pinkavae, Phacelia hubbyi, Phacelia austrotexana, Phacelia arizonica, Phacelia franklinii, Phacelia adenophora, Phacelia cephalotes, Phacelia dubia, Phacelia lutea, Phacelia ranunculacea, Phacelia sericea, Phacelia artemisioides, Phacelia nana, Phacelia affinis, Phacelia alba, Phacelia anelsonii, Phacelia argillacea, Phacelia austromontana, Phacelia barnebyana,

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,