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Description
Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign, also known as Narrow-Leaved Lungwort, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia, and it has been cultivated for its ornamental value. The plant grows up to 30cm in height and spreads up to 40cm. The leaves are lance-shaped, and the flowers bloom in spring. The flowers are tubular and blue in color, which turn pink as they mature. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Pulmonaria |
Appearance
Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign has lance-shaped leaves that are up to 10cm long and 2cm wide. The leaves are green with white spots, which give them a distinctive appearance. The flowers are tubular and blue in color, which turn pink as they mature. The plant blooms in spring, and the flowers last for several weeks. The plant grows up to 30cm in height and spreads up to 40cm.
Care Guide
Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but prefers partial shade. Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize the plant in spring with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy to USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew, which is a fungal disease that causes white powdery patches on the leaves. To prevent powdery mildew, avoid overwatering and ensure good air circulation around the plant.
Habitat
Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign is native to Europe and Western Asia, where it grows in woodland areas and along stream banks. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign?
A: Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign?
A: The plant is hardy to USDA zones 4-8.
Q: What is powdery mildew?
A: Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that causes white powdery patches on the leaves.
Q: Where is Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign native to?
A: The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia.
Related Plants
- Pulmonaria saccharata
- Pulmonaria officinalis
- Pulmonaria ‘Raspberry Splash’
References
- “Pulmonaria Angustifolia.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b324.
- “Pulmonaria Angustifolia Blue Ensign.” Plant Delights Nursery, www.plantdelights.com/products/pulmonaria-angustifolia-blue-ensign.
- “Powdery Mildew of Ornamentals.” Penn State Extension, extension.psu.edu/powdery-mildew-of-ornamentals.
