Mertensia virginica
The name “Mertensia” honors Franz Karl Mertens, a professor of botany. The species name “virginica” refers to this plant being first collected in Virginia.
| Scientific Name: | Mertensia virginica |
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| Family: | Boraginaceae |
| Common Name: | Virginia Bluebells |
| Authority: | (Linnaeus) Pers. |
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| C Value: | 5 |
| Wetness: | FACW |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 1 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | Blue |
| Growth Habit: | Forb |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate, Basal |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |