Yellow Monkswort
Nonea lutea
- Native to:
- Iran, North Caucasus, Russia, Transcaucasus, Türkiye, Ukraine
peganum (www.flickr.com) from Small Dole, England
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Boraginaceae
- Genus:
- Nonea
- Species:
- Nonea lutea
- USDA Symbol:
- NOLU
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 40 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open, sunny habitats
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow at 4°C for 3 months, then place @ 20°C for 3 months. * bog plant; stand pot in 3 cm water