Onosma frutescens
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Basic Information
Family: Boraginaceae
Genus: onosma
Plant ID (slug): onosma-frutescens
Numeric ID: 1440
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Onosma frutescens is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
S.W. Asia.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds; South Wall. In. West Wall. In.
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
The bristly stems and leaves can cause a good deal of irritation to the skin[219].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Onosma frutescens PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Onosma frutescens is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
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