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Echium fastuosum

PRIDE OF MADEIRA


Boraginaceae family Portugal/Madeira Island

Originally endemic to the island of Madeira (south west of Portugal) this plant is used worldwide in cultivation. In some environments it becomes a weed and in other environments it is recommended as a good drought tolerant species. When in bloom the lavender inflorescence is striking.

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