Family: Boraginaceae
Author: Lange
Bibliography: Index Seminum (C, Hauniensi) 1854: 22 (1854)
Year: 1854
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Echium
Vegetable: False
Observations: Portugal to NW. Spain
Description
Lax viper’s-bugloss is a fascinating plant recognized by its scientific name, Echium rosulatum. This plant is a part of the Boraginaceae family, known for its diverse and often visually striking members. Echium rosulatum was first documented in the 1854 edition of the Index Seminum (C, Hauniensi) by the botanist Lange, offering a glimpse into the rich botanical history of this species.
Flourishing primarily from Portugal to the northwestern regions of Spain, Lax viper’s-bugloss thrives in the unique climates and soils of the Iberian Peninsula. This region’s varied landscape provides an ideal habitat for Echium rosulatum, allowing it to flourish and contribute to the local biodiversity. Notably, the plant’s presence in these areas underscores the ecological importance of the Iberian Peninsula as a hotspot for plant diversity and endemism.
Lax viper’s-bugloss is a member of the Boraginaceae family, a group of plants typically characterized by their rough-textured leaves and striking blue or violet flowers. While specific details about the appearance of Echium rosulatum are not provided, it can be inferred that it likely shares some of these family’s typical traits, making it an appealing subject for botanists and plant enthusiasts alike.
Understanding the distribution and characteristics of plants like Echium rosulatum is essential for conservation efforts, particularly in regions that face environmental pressures from development and climate change. As such, documenting and studying this species contributes valuable knowledge to the field of botany and supports the broader goals of preserving our natural heritage.
Common Names
Fra: vipérine
Eng: lax viper’s-bugloss
Cym: gwiberlys llac
En: Lax Viper’s-bugloss
Fr: Vipérine
Cy: Gwiberlys Llac
: Lax viper’s-bugloss
Synonyms
Distribution
- Portugal (native)
- Spain (native)
Additional Images
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Leaf
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Taken May 25, 2019 by Tela Botanica − José Luis Romero Rego (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 10, 2022 by Gianni Del Bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Taken Dec 12, 2020 by Javier López (cc-by-sa)
Flower
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Taken May 23, 2021 by Adán Gonçalves (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2021 by Adán Gonçalves (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 5, 2022 by arauz monica (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
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Taken May 10, 2022 by Gianni Del Bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Apr 19, 2021 by Luís Santos (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 10, 2022 by Gianni Del Bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 25, 2019 by Tela Botanica − José Luis Romero Rego (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken May 25, 2019 by Tela Botanica − José Luis Romero Rego (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/4067922)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115871-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Echium rosulatum Lange)
