The Small Indigo Sphere of Meadows

Globularia bisnagarica L.
Scientific name:
Globularia bisnagarica L.
Common name:
Common Globularia
Family:
Plantaginaceae
Biological form:
Emicriptofita scaposa

Characteristics

Habit: Perennial herb 10–30 cm. Leaves in basal rosettes, spatulate. Flowers: Indigo, in spherical heads. Fruits: Oblong achenes. Flowering: April–June.

Distribution and habitat

Chorological type: South-European. Distribution in Italy: Widespread except major islands. Habitat: Dry grasslands, 0–1500 m.

Etymology

Generic name (Globularia): From Latin globulus (sphere). Specific name (bisnagarica): Refers to radial form.

Uses and properties

Medicinal but potentially toxic plant.