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UK Sticky Adenosma

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Sticky Adenosma
Adenosma glutinosa
Family: Plantaginaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Sticky Adenosma
Scientific Name Adenosma glutinosa
Main Color Blue
Plant Type Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Month Found Sep
Image Adenosma-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Compton Acres
Country Found UK

Flower Details

Description

Adensma glutinosa is a perennial herb known for its sticky, glandular stems and bright pink to purple flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils and forms low, sprawling mats. The flowers are tubular and bloom in clusters, providing a striking contrast against the plant's grey-green foliage.

Distribution

This species is native to the southwestern United States, particularly in desert regions such as Arizona, California, and Nevada. It thrives in sandy, well-drained soils often found in desert washes and dunes.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered safe for human consumption due to lack of edibility data.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on pets.

Active Compounds

None known.

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