Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
formosus
ID:
433093

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.R.Mill

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 35: 308 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432425



Common Names

  • Formosus Solenanthus
  • Formosus Star of Bethlehem
  • Formosus Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Cynoglossum formosum (R.R.Mill) Greuter & Burdet [unknown]

Description

Solenanthus formosus (also called Formosa False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of lanceolate leaves and a single, upright stem with a terminal raceme of white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Solenanthus formosus is a popular ornamental plant used in homes and gardens. It is also known for its air-purifying properties and can be used to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solenanthus formosus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solenanthus formosus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Solenanthus formosus

Solenanthus formosus is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa.

Solenanthus formosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenanthus formosus?

Solenanthus formosus

What is the common name of Solenanthus formosus?

Formosa False Foxglove

What is the natural habitat of Solenanthus formosus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,

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