Morina longifolia

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Morina longifolia
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In a garden setting
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Botanical illustration
Scientific classification edit
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Dipsacales
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Genus: Morina
Species:
M. longifolia
Binomial name
Morina longifolia
Synonyms[1]

Morina elegans Fisch. & Avé-Lall.

Morina longifolia, the Himalayan whorlflower or long-leaved whorlflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, native to the foothills of the Himalayas.[1][2] A perennial hardy to USDA zone 6a, it is recommended for borders and beds, in courtyard, cottage, gravel and rock gardens, but is subject to rot if there is too much shade.[3]

References[]

  1. ^ a b "Morina longifolia Wall. ex DC". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 21 January 2022.
  2. ^ "Himalayan Whorlflower". Flowers of India. 2022. Retrieved 21 January 2022.
  3. ^ "Morina longifolia long-leaved whorlflower". The Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 21 January 2022.


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