Anchusa crispa (Buglosse Crepue)


Botanical Information

FamilyBoraginaceae
GenusAnchusa
Speciescrispa
CategoryPerennials
OriginUpper areas of the beaches on Corsica and Sardinia Islands.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height10-35 cm
Flowering PeriodMarch, April, May, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA critically endangered ground covering plant, branching from the base then trailing on the ground.
HabitatPrefers a humid climate, growing in sandy soils.
Leaf Description5-10 cm in length, spear shaped and finely toothed.
Flower DescriptionVariety of colours, loosely grouped small flowers.

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