blue heliotrope

Heliotropium amplexicaule is a plant species in the Heliotropiaceae family. It is commonly referred to as blue heliotrope and is native to South America, especially Argentina. The species has spread to various regions, including Portugal, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Great Britain, Italy, Spain, and the United States, among others. It is also found in parts of Africa, Madagascar, and the Pacific. In some areas, such as eastern Australia, it is classified as a noxious weed due to its invasive nature. The species was first described in 1794 by Vahl.