Linum cariense

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Linum cariense
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Linaceae
Genus: Linum
Species:
L. cariense
Binomial name
Linum cariense

Linum cariense is a species of flowering plant in the family Linaceae which is endemic to Turkey.[1]

Description[edit]

Linum cariense is a small perennial plant which grows in a cushion manner from 1–6 cm (0.39–2.36 in). The leaves are usually a dull grey-blue color and are 5–12 mm (0.20–0.47 in) long with tiny hairs. Each leaf is tipped by what appears to be a small brown gland. Each flower is yellow and approximately 1.5–2.5 cm (0.59–0.98 in) across. The flowers are typically in clusters of three or more, differentiating the species from the very similar Linum verruciferum which has singular flowers.[2]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b POWO (2019). "Linum cariense Boiss.". Plants of the World Online (powo.science.kew.org). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
  2. ^ a b "Linum cariense". Alpine Garden Society. 2018. Retrieved 11 February 2021.