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Tree echium

Echium pininana

Tree echium

About

Echium pininana, commonly known as the tree echium, pine echium, giant viper's-bugloss, or tower of jewels, is a species of flowering plant in the borage family Boraginaceae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands, where it is restricted to the island of La Palma. Echium pininana is an endangered species, and is listed in Appendix I to, and is therefore protected under, the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats. The specific epithet pininana is Latin for "small pine", though E. pininana is neither closely related to the pine, nor does it resemble that plant.

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Family
Boraginaceae

How to use it

Echium pininana is primarily used for ornamental purposes due to its striking appearance and unique flower structure. It attracts pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to gardens focused on supporting local wildlife. Additionally, its status as an endangered species highlights the importance of conservation efforts in maintaining biodiversity.

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Gardening tip

If you're considering planting pine echium, ensure you provide plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil, as this plant thrives in its native environment.

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In the kitchen

The pine echium is not eaten by humans. It is primarily valued for its ornamental beauty rather than culinary uses.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Echium pininana
Slug
echium-pininana
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Boraginaceae
Genus
Echium
Species
pininana
Wikidata QID
Q164211
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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