Caccinia strigosa

Caccinia strigosa

Native to:
Iran

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Caccinia
Species:
Caccinia strigosa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; sow in well-drained soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society