Groovelover (Nemophila parviflora, Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 275 (1835))

Family: Boraginaceae

Author: Douglas ex Benth.

Bibliography: Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 275 (1835)

Year: 1835

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Nemophila

Vegetable: False

Observations: W. Canada to W. U.S.A.

Description

Groovelover, scientifically known as Nemophila parviflora, is a fascinating member of the Boraginaceae family. This delicate plant was first described in a pivotal publication in 1835, specifically in the Transactions of the Linnean Society of London (Volume 17, page 275) by the botanist Douglas, later formalized by Bentham.

Groovelover is commonly found across the western regions of Canada and the United States. This native species is adapted to thrive in these areas, showcasing its unique attributes in the wild. The plant’s allure lies in its understated beauty, characterized by small, intricate flowers that contribute to the mosaic of North America’s native flora.

Recognized for its botanical significance and character, Groovelover continues to be a subject of interest among botanists and plant enthusiasts, emphasizing the rich biodiversity found within the realms of W. Canada and W. U.S.A.

Common Names

Eng: smallflower nemophila, small-flowered nemophila, small-flowered baby-blue-eyes
Fra: némophile à petites fleurs
En: Groovelover, Smallflower nemophila, Small-flowered nemophila, Small-flowered baby-blue-eyes
Fr: Némophile à petites fleurs

Synonyms

• Nemophila parviflora var. typica (Brand)
• Viticella parviflora ((Douglas ex Benth.) J.F.Macbr.)

Distribution

• British Columbia (native)
• California (native)
• Idaho (native)
• Nevada (native)
• Oregon (native)
• Utah (native)
• Washington (native)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Apr 21, 2021 by cl r (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Nov 26, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jul 21, 2011 by EOL − Zoya Akulova (cc-by-nc)

Taken May 30, 2011 by EOL − Jorg and Mimi Fleige (cc-by-nc)

Taken Nov 26, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Habit

Taken Mar 24, 2016 by EOL − chlorophilia (cc-by-nc)

Taken Jan 9, 2016 by EOL − chlorophilia (cc-by-nc)

Taken Jan 9, 2016 by EOL − chlorophilia (cc-by-nc)

Taken Mar 20, 2016 by EOL − Lindsey K. Wise (cc-by-nc)

Taken Mar 20, 2016 by EOL − Lindsey K. Wise (cc-by-nc)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2928037)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:432484-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Nemophila parviflora Douglas ex Benth.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth