linum perenne

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Familylinaceae

Ordermalpighiales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial nameperennial flax, blue flax

Blossom colorblue

Blossom symmetryradial

Inflorescenceindeterminate

Phyllotaxiswhorled

Linum perenne, commonly known as perennial flax or blue flax, is a delightful herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. With its sky-blue, saucer-shaped flowers and slender stems, it adds a touch of beauty to meadows, roadsides, and gardens. Perennial flax blooms from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Despite its delicate appearance, it is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. Blue flax is cherished for its ornamental value and ability to naturalize in a variety of soil types.

Plants in the linaceae family

Linum perenne