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Buglosse crÈpue

Anchusa crispa Viv.
Buglosse crÈpue
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Anchusa crispa is a species in the Boraginaceae family, native to Corsica and Sardinia. It grows in Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation and sandy shore habitats. The species is threatened due to habitat loss.

Description

Anchusa crispa, known as Buglosse crèpue, is a plant species belonging to the Boraginaceae family. It is found in the regions of Corsica and Sardinia, where it inhabits shrubby Mediterranean vegetation and sandy coastal areas. First described in 1825 by Viv., the species faces threats primarily from habitat degradation and loss. It is part of the Anchusa genus and is distributed globally, though its native range is limited to the Mediterranean islands. The plant is adapted to specific ecological conditions and is sensitive to environmental changes affecting its natural habitats.

Other common names

Buglosse crÈpue

Distribution

Global · Corse · France · Sardegna

Synonyms

Lycopsis crispaAnchusa capelliiAnchusa hybrida subsp. capelliiAnchusa littoreaAnchusa sardoaAnchusa undulata subsp. capellii

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