What is Echium?

echium is a genus of flowering plants with estimated 60 individual species. It is part of the Boraginaceae family, the Borage family, also known as the Forgeto-Mame-Nnot Family. Some Echia species are grown as ornamental plants in some areas of the world and in other areas are considered invasive species. For people who are considering growing a species in this family, it is a good idea to check the invasive lists of types for the region before buying seeds or seedlings. Plants prefer full sun and coarse well -drained soil. They are not very demanding on nutrition and have low average water needs. echium has evolved to prosper in harsh conditions and can be very successful in the garden when it is left alone.

The appearance depends on the species, but most produce high tips blue to purple flowers. Some have fine hairs on their leaves and stems, and these hairs can break away, causing skin irritation in people who are cleaned against plants ormanipulate. Types echium are commonly biennials that spend the first year of giving away leaves and the second year of developing flowers. Some can be grown as annuals.

warm climate is essential for many types of echium , although others are adapted to prosperity in short years of colder areas such as England. The exact climate requirements vary according to species. Many species are transplanted well, which is appropriate to sow seeds where plants are searched rather than use starts and seedlings, although some heavier types echium are available as seedlings in kindergartens and garden shops. Plants are also re -searched after the season; If the gardener does not want to visit the return next year, The Flower Head should be limited before they have a chance to go to the seed.

Some species have edible parts such as flowers and shoots, and can play a role in traditional kitchens in regIonech where they are native. To be edible, it may be necessary to scrape or clean the plant to remove hair. echium flowers can be seen in use as ornaments on prepared foods and flowers and can be safely consumed when used as ornaments, even if guests might want to watch out for stray prickly hair.