Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 21 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000962060
Common Names
- Amethystea Caerulea
- Blue Velvet Plant
- Blue Velvet Euphorbia
Description
Amethystea caerulea (also called Blue Spurge, among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, blue flowers and spiny leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Amethystea caerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amethystea caerulea has small, blue-violet flowers with four petals and a central crown of yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amethystea caerulea is a low-growing, succulent perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate drought, but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer and rooting them in a sandy mix. The seed can be sown in the spring or summer in a sandy mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Amethystea caerulea
Amethystea caerulea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Species in the Amethystea genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,