Chionocharis hookeri


Botanical Information

FamilyBoraginaceae
GenusChionocharis
Specieshookeri
OriginHimalaya and China.

Description and Growing Information

HabitatGranitic stony slopes at an altitude of 4,500 m and higher.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionPink in colour.
Leaf DescriptionHairy rosettes, grey-green in colour, 7-12 x 4-6 mm.
Flower DescriptionBeautiful vibrant blue flowers with a yellow eye, 5-6 mm in diameter, clustered in cushions.

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