Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
intermedia
ID:
398132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Palla

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 5: 131 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397464



Common Names

  • Pulmonaria Intermedia
  • Intermediate Lungwort
  • Intermediate Pulmonaria


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Description

Pulmonaria intermedia (also called Lungwort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has long, oval-shaped leaves with white spots. The flowers are pink or blue in color and bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Pulmonaria intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating respiratory problems, skin diseases, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulmonaria intermedia is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulmonaria intermedia is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist until germination occurs. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Once the divisions are established, they should be transplanted into larger pots or into the ground.

Where to Find Pulmonaria intermedia

Pulmonaria intermedia is found in the temperate forests of Europe and Asia.

Pulmonaria intermedia FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pulmonaria intermedia?

Pulmonaria intermedia prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil is best for Pulmonaria intermedia?

Pulmonaria intermedia prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.

How much light does Pulmonaria intermedia need?

Pulmonaria intermedia prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

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,