Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
385536

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2390303: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Franz Josef Ruprecht (1814-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupr.' in the authors string.