Giant Viper's-bugloss
Echium pininana Webb & Berthel.
Echium pininana, known as Giant Viper's-bugloss, is a flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family. It is native to the Canary Islands, specifically La Palma, and is considered endangered. The plant is protected under the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats. The species name 'pininana' means 'small pine', although it is not related to or similar to pine trees.
Description
Echium pininana is found in various regions globally, including parts of Europe, the United States, and New Zealand. It is a member of the genus Echium and was first described in 1844 by Webb & Berthel. The plant is known for its striking appearance and is sometimes called Tower of Jewels. Despite its name, it is not a conifer but a herbaceous flowering plant. Its conservation status highlights the need for habitat protection.
Other common names
pine echiumGiant Viper's-buglossPininana
Distribution
IE · Belgium · France · The Netherlands · Great Britain · GB · FR · Channel Is. · Ireland · England · Wales · Global · conterminous 48 United States · Flemish Region · Canary Is. · New Zealand North · New Zealand South
