Linum boissieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Asch. & Sint. ex Boiss.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. , Suppl.: 137 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363867
Common Names
- Boissieri Linum
- Boissieri
- Linum Boissieri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Linum boissieri (also called Boissier's Flax, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces bright blue flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Linum boissieri is a species of plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce erosion and improve soil fertility.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Linum boissieri is a bright yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Linum boissieri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Where to Find Linum boissieri
Linum boissieri is native to the Mediterranean region.
Linum boissieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linum boissieri?
Linum boissieri
What is the common name of Linum boissieri?
Boissier's Flax
What is the natural habitat of Linum boissieri?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Linum genus
Linum meletonis, Linum maritimum, Linum macraei, Linum macrorhizum, Linum marginale, Linum nelsonii, Linum mysurense, Linum nervosum, Linum narbonense, Linum monogynum, Linum mucronatum, Linum hypericifolium, Linum jimenezii, Linum iranicum, Linum hirsutum, Linum hologynum, Linum leucanthum, Linum leonii, Linum komarovii, Linum numidicum, Linum salsoloides, Linum schiedeanum, Linum nodiflorum, Linum squamulosum, Linum stelleroides, Linum stocksianum, Linum strictum, Linum setaceum, Linum seljukorum, Linum silpii, Linum pallescens, Linum pamphylicum, Linum perenne, Linum obtusatum, Linum ockendonii, Linum olgae, Linum olympicum, Linum pallasianum, Linum pubescens, Linum punctatum, Linum persicum, Linum peyronii, Linum phitosianum, Linum album, Linum alpinum, Linum amurense, Linum altaicum, Linum appressum, Linum empetrifolium, Linum euboeum,
Species in the Linaceae family
Anisadenia pubescens, Anisadenia saxatilis, Hebepetalum neblinae, Hebepetalum roraimense, Hebepetalum humiriifolium, Hugonia afzelii, Hugonia belli, Hugonia castaneifolia, Hugonia costata, Hugonia couraiana, Hugonia deplanchei, Hugonia elliptica, Hugonia ferruginea, Hugonia foliosa, Hugonia gilletii, Hugonia gossweileri, Hugonia grandiflora, Hugonia jenkinsii, Hugonia latifolia, Hugonia lenormandii, Hugonia macrocarpa, Hugonia mayumbensis, Hugonia micans, Hugonia montana, Hugonia neocaledonica, Hugonia obtusifolia, Hugonia oreogena, Hugonia papillosa, Hugonia penicillanthemum, Hugonia planchonii, Hugonia platysepala, Hugonia poilanei, Hugonia racemosa, Hugonia rufopilis, Hugonia sapinii, Hugonia serrata, Hugonia talbotii, Hugonia tomentosa, Hugonia villosa, Hugonia brewerioides, Hugonia castanea, Hugonia sphaerocarpa, Hugonia coursiana, Hugonia johannensis, Hugonia longipes, Hugonia orientalis, Hugonia batesii, Hugonia gabunensis, Hugonia macrophylla, Hugonia spicata,
References
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:544377-1: Based on the initial data import