Status:
valid
Authors:
Rupr. ex Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 267 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384868
Common Names
- Omphalodes rupestris
- Rupestris Omphalodes
- Rupestris's Omphalodes
Description
Omphalodes rupestris (also called Rock Omphalodes, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and a single stem, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Omphalodes rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Omphalodes rupestris sub. lojkae (Sommier & Levier) Selvi
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Omphalodes rupestris has small, purple flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Omphalodes rupestris is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Omphalodes rupestris
Omphalodes rupestris is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Omphalodes rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Omphalodes rupestris?
Omphalodes rupestris
What is the common name of Omphalodes rupestris?
Rupestrian omphalodes
What is the natural habitat of Omphalodes rupestris?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Omphalodes genus
Omphalodes luciliae,
Omphalodes nitida,
Omphalodes kusnezowii,
Omphalodes verna,
Omphalodes runemarkii,
Omphalodes ripleyana,
Omphalodes rupestris,
Omphalodes davisiana,
Omphalodes cappadocica,
Omphalodes heterophylla,
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,