Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leonii
ID:
363980

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Flora 21: 644 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363312

Common Names

  • Linum leonii
  • Leonii Flax
  • Leonii Linum

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Synonyms

  • Linum petryi Beyer [unknown]
  • Adenolinum leonii Rchb. [unknown]

Description

Linum leonii (also called Leon's Flax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and is found at altitudes of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Linum leonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Linum leonii is a deep blue color and it has a pleasant aroma. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum leonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Linum leonii

Linum leonii can be found in the Canary Islands, in the Mediterranean region, and in North Africa.

Linum leonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linum leonii?

Linum leonii

What is the common name of Linum leonii?

Lion's flax

What is the natural habitat of Linum leonii?

Linum leonii is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,

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