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sea lavender

Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Boraginales ›Family: Boraginaceae ›Genus: Tournefortia

About

Tournefortia gnaphalodes, the sea lavender, bay lavender, sea rosemary, iodine bush, or beach heliotrope, is a species of flowering plant in the family Boraginaceae. It is native to Florida, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, Bermuda, northeastern Colombia, and Venezuela. A semi‑succulent evergreen shrub reaching 5 ft (1.5 m), it is typically found in coastal areas. Occasionally cultivated as an ornamental, it is often used for dune stabilization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sea lavender?
The scientific name of sea lavender is Tournefortia gnaphalodes.
What is the conservation status of sea lavender?
The sea lavender has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the order Boraginales.
What family does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the family Boraginaceae.
What genus does sea lavender belong to?
sea lavender belongs to the genus Tournefortia.