Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
azorica
ID:
682953

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.C.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 3: 598 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682286



Common Names

  • Euphrasia Azorica
  • Azorean Eyebright
  • Azorean Euphrasia


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Description

Euphrasia azorica (also called Eyebright, among many other common names) is a small, annual flowering plant native to the Azores Islands. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Euphrasia azorica is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphrasia azorica is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphrasia azorica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Euphrasia azorica

Euphrasia azorica can be found in the Azores.

Euphrasia azorica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphrasia azorica?

Euphrasia azorica

What is the common name of Euphrasia azorica?

Azorean Eyebright

What is the natural habitat of Euphrasia azorica?

Mountain meadows and pastures

Species in the Euphrasia genus

Euphrasia atroviolacea, Euphrasia azorica, Euphrasia calvescens, Euphrasia corcontica, Euphrasia favrati, Euphrasia freynii, Euphrasia grandiflora, Euphrasia gremlii, Euphrasia jaeggii, Euphrasia krylovii, Euphrasia lerschii, Euphrasia murbeckii, Euphrasia nana, Euphrasia occidentalis, Euphrasia officinalis, Euphrasia onegensis, Euphrasia slovaca, Euphrasia tatarica, Euphrasia tatrae, Euphrasia trifida, Euphrasia vestinensis, Euphrasia omeri, Euphrasia alii, Euphrasia alba, Euphrasia amphisysepala, Euphrasia arguta, Euphrasia aristulata, Euphrasia atropurpurea, Euphrasia australis, Euphrasia bella, Euphrasia bhutanica, Euphrasia borneensis, Euphrasia bowdeniae, Euphrasia calida, Euphrasia cambrica, Euphrasia campbellae, Euphrasia caudata, Euphrasia celebica, Euphrasia ceramensis, Euphrasia cheesemanii, Euphrasia chumbica, Euphrasia ciliolata, Euphrasia cisalpina, Euphrasia cockayniana, Euphrasia collina, Euphrasia coreana, Euphrasia coreanalpina, Euphrasia crassiuscula, Euphrasia culminicola, Euphrasia cuneata,

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Hewett Watson (1804-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:802383-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].