Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Pride of Madeira |
| Scientific Name | Echium candicans |
| MainColor | Blue |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | May (Apr - Jun) |
| ImageUrl | Echium-005 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Regent's Park |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 11 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Pride of Madeira is a striking evergreen shrub known for its tall spikes of vibrant blue to purple flowers. The plant typically blooms in the spring and summer, attracting bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blossoms. Its leaves are lance-shaped and covered with fine hairs, giving them a silvery-grey appearance.
Distribution
Native to Madeira, this plant is widely cultivated in coastal regions of Europe and North America, thriving in well-drained soils and sunny locations.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not suitable for human consumption due to potential toxicity.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids which can cause liver damage if ingested in large quantities.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids, echimidine, echiumine.