Echium handiense

Echium handiense is a member of the Boraginaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the borage family. The species is part of the genus Echium, which includes a variety of flowering plants. First described in 1960 by Svent., Echium handiense is native to the Canary Islands. Beyond its native range, the species has been recorded in other regions, indicating a global distribution. The Canary Islands, an archipelago located off the northwest coast of Africa, are known for their unique and diverse flora, and Echium handiense is one of the many endemic and native species found there.