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Buglosses (Anchusa)
Buglosses includes about 35 species found growing in Europe, North Africa, South Africa and Western Asia. They are introduced in the United States. They consist of annual plants, biennial plants and perennial plants with the general characteristics of the borage family. They are commonly herbaceous. The leaves are simple or undulate, covered with stiff hairs. The small radially symmetrical flowers are sapphire blue and retain their colour a long time. The plants show numerous flowers with 5 sepals, united at their bases, and 5 petals forming a narrow tube facing upwards. The flowers grow in several axillary cymes, simple or branched, or are clustered at the end.
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Lifespan
Annual, Biennial
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Plant Type
Herb/Vine
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Key Facts About Buglosses

Attributes of Buglosses

Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃

Scientific Classification of Buglosses

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How to Grow and Care for Buglosses

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Buglosses is a plant genus that appreciates a generous amount of sunlight, preferably full sun to partial shade. Watering should be moderate, avoiding over-saturation as well as extreme dryness. The preferred temperature range is between 60-75°F, and well-drained, sandy or loamy soil is ideal. Common challenges include being susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids. Seasonally, it's best to divide buglosses in the autumn months, and they may require extra hydration during extreme summer heat. Adequate mulching in winter ensures root protection from harsh weather.
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Exploring the Buglosses Plants

8 most common species:
Anchusa officinalis
Common bugloss
This plant produces large amounts of nectar for pollinators, so it is not unusual to see large numbers of bees around fields of common bugloss. It likes to grow in disturbed soils. In many cases, common bugloss is classified as a noxious weed. The richly purple roots can be used to create dyes for soaps and even food products.
Anchusa azurea
Italian bugloss
Italian bugloss is a short-lived perennial that is drought-tolerant and performs best in full sun. You can extend the life of this perennial by dividing plants every few years. However, it self-seeds easily and will likely send up new blooms each year.
Anchusa undulata
Undulate alkanet
Undulate alkanet (Anchusa undulata) produces vibrant purple to blue-violet flowers that almost appear to sparkle, making it a popular choice in rock gardens. Its roots contain anchusin, a reddish brown resin used as dye in cosmetics and other products. Undulate alkanet attracts bees and several species of caterpillar.
Anchusa hybrida
Hybrid bugloss
Hybrid bugloss boasts vibrant, deep-blue flowers, making it a standout in any garden setting. Its hairy stems and lance-shaped leaves typically signal its readiness to thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. Adapted to attract pollinators, hybrid bugloss’s blooms offer a visual feast from late spring to early summer, while its drought-resistant nature ensures resilience in various environments.
Anchusa azurea 'Dropmore'
Italian bugloss 'Dropmore'
Italian bugloss 'Dropmore' is named for Dropmore Park, a private estate with a renowned horticultural heritage that is located in Buckhimangshire, UK. This Italian bugloss cultivar is a little shorter than its parent plant (1.2 m as opposed to 1.5 m). This popular garden plant grows bright blue five-petaled flowers that bloom for a month in late spring or early summer.
Anchusa azurea 'Loddon Royalist'
Italian bugloss 'Loddon Royalist'
Italian bugloss 'Loddon Royalist' includes about 35 species found growing in Europe, North Africa, South Africa and Western Asia. They are introduced in the United States. They consist of annual plants, biennial plants and perennial plants with the general characteristics of the borage family. They are commonly herbaceous. The leaves are simple or undulate, covered with stiff hairs. The small radially symmetrical flowers are sapphire blue and retain their colour a long time. The plants show numerous flowers with 5 sepals, united at their bases, and 5 petals forming a narrow tube facing upwards. The flowers grow in several axillary cymes, simple or branched, or are clustered at the end.
Anchusa capensis
Cape bugloss
Cape bugloss is a vibrant wildflower native to South Africa, known for its striking deep blue to purple flowers. Its foliage is rough, with narrow leaves that support the tubular blossoms, each marked by a white center. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, cape bugloss adds a splash of color to rockeries and borders while adapting well to dry conditions.
Anchusa crispa
Buglosse crèpue
Buglosse crèpue is distinguished by its wrinkled, wavy leaves and vibrant blue flowers that capture the gaze of passersby. This Mediterranean native thrives on sunny, rocky coastlines, its deep roots gripping limestone crags. Its hairy stems and foliage offer resilience against the salty sea winds, embodying a rugged, natural beauty.
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Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Anchusa
Buglosses includes about 35 species found growing in Europe, North Africa, South Africa and Western Asia. They are introduced in the United States. They consist of annual plants, biennial plants and perennial plants with the general characteristics of the borage family. They are commonly herbaceous. The leaves are simple or undulate, covered with stiff hairs. The small radially symmetrical flowers are sapphire blue and retain their colour a long time. The plants show numerous flowers with 5 sepals, united at their bases, and 5 petals forming a narrow tube facing upwards. The flowers grow in several axillary cymes, simple or branched, or are clustered at the end.
Lifespan
Lifespan
Annual, Biennial
Plant Type
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
info

Key Facts About Buglosses

Attributes of Buglosses

Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃

Scientific Classification of Buglosses

distribution

Distribution of Buglosses

Distribution Map of Buglosses

distribution map
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
care detail

How to Grow and Care for Buglosses

Buglosses is a plant genus that appreciates a generous amount of sunlight, preferably full sun to partial shade. Watering should be moderate, avoiding over-saturation as well as extreme dryness. The preferred temperature range is between 60-75°F, and well-drained, sandy or loamy soil is ideal. Common challenges include being susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids. Seasonally, it's best to divide buglosses in the autumn months, and they may require extra hydration during extreme summer heat. Adequate mulching in winter ensures root protection from harsh weather.
More Info About Caring for Buglosses
species

Exploring the Buglosses Plants

8 most common species:
Anchusa officinalis
Common bugloss
This plant produces large amounts of nectar for pollinators, so it is not unusual to see large numbers of bees around fields of common bugloss. It likes to grow in disturbed soils. In many cases, common bugloss is classified as a noxious weed. The richly purple roots can be used to create dyes for soaps and even food products.
Anchusa azurea
Italian bugloss
Italian bugloss is a short-lived perennial that is drought-tolerant and performs best in full sun. You can extend the life of this perennial by dividing plants every few years. However, it self-seeds easily and will likely send up new blooms each year.
Anchusa undulata
Undulate alkanet
Undulate alkanet (Anchusa undulata) produces vibrant purple to blue-violet flowers that almost appear to sparkle, making it a popular choice in rock gardens. Its roots contain anchusin, a reddish brown resin used as dye in cosmetics and other products. Undulate alkanet attracts bees and several species of caterpillar.
Anchusa hybrida
Hybrid bugloss
Hybrid bugloss boasts vibrant, deep-blue flowers, making it a standout in any garden setting. Its hairy stems and lance-shaped leaves typically signal its readiness to thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. Adapted to attract pollinators, hybrid bugloss’s blooms offer a visual feast from late spring to early summer, while its drought-resistant nature ensures resilience in various environments.
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Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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