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Anchusa aggregata

Anchusa aggregata Lehm.
Anchusa aggregata
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Anchusa aggregata is a species in the genus Anchusa, belonging to the family Boraginaceae. It was first described by Lehm. in 1818.

Description

Anchusa aggregata is a member of the Boraginaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the borage or forget-me-not family. The species was formally published in 1818 by the botanist Lehm. It is one of several species within the Anchusa genus, which includes various flowering plants native to Europe and parts of Asia. As with other members of the Boraginaceae family, Anchusa aggregata is likely characterized by its typically hairy stems, blue or purple flowers, and a generally herbaceous growth form. The genus Anchusa is known for its ornamental and ecological significance in its native habitats.

Synonyms

Lycopsis glomerataAnchusa micrantha

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