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Lobularia canariensis marginata (Lobularia canariensis marginata)

Description

Lobularia�is a�genus�of five�species�of�flowering plants�in the�family�Brassicaceae, closely related to (and formerly often included in) the genus�Alyssum. The genus is native to�Macaronesia�and the�Mediterranean region, and comprises�annuals�and�perennials�growing to 10�40�cm (4�16�in) tall, with hairy oblong-oval leaves and clusters of cross-shaped (cruciform), fragrant white flowers.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Magnoliopsida

          • Order: Brassicales

            • Family: Brassicaceae

              • Genus: Lobularia