manyflowered stoneseed

Lithospermum multiflorum Torr. ex A.Gray

Lithospermum multiflorum, known as manyflowered stoneseed, is a member of the Boraginaceae family. It was first described in 1874 by A. Gray, based on work by Torr. This species is native to the southwestern and central United States and northern Mexico, occurring in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Wyoming, as well as the Mexican regions of Northeast and Northwest.

Description

Lithospermum multiflorum is a herbaceous plant species within the Boraginaceae family, commonly referred to as the borage or forget-me-not family. It is found in arid and semi-arid regions across the southwestern and central United States and northern Mexico. The species is characterized by its multiple flowers, which give rise to its common name, manyflowered stoneseed. It is adapted to dry, rocky habitats and is part of the diverse flora of the region. The species was formally published in 1874 and is recognized as a native plant in the areas where it occurs.