Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hellenicum
ID:
364168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iatroú

Source:
ksu

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 19: 69 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363500

Common Names

  • Hellenic Flax
  • Hellenic Linseed
  • Hellenic Linum

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Description

Linum hellenicum (also called Greek flax, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Linaceae family. It is an annual herb up to 30 cm tall, with linear-lanceolate leaves up to 3 cm long. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linum hellenicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Linum hellenicum are white, yellow or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender with long stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum hellenicum is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Linum hellenicum

Linum hellenicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Linum hellenicum FAQ

What type of plant is Linum hellenicum?

Linum hellenicum is a species of flowering plant in the Linaceae family.

Where does Linum hellenicum grow?

Linum hellenicum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Linum hellenicum?

Linum hellenicum is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has small, blue flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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,