Echium hypertropicum

Echium hypertropicum Webb

Echium hypertropicum is a flowering plant species in the Boraginaceae family, native exclusively to Cape Verde. It was first described in 1849 by Webb. This species is classified as endangered by the IUCN.

Description

Echium hypertropicum belongs to the genus Echium and is part of the Boraginaceae family, commonly known as the borage or forget-me-not family. It is found only in Cape Verde and is considered to have a global distribution due to its limited range. The plant is recognized as endangered, highlighting the need for conservation efforts to protect its population.