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greater honeywort

Cerinthe major

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (Canada).

🇱🇻 Latvia 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Names in Other Languages

French grand mélinet
German große Wachsblume

Similar Species in Cerinthe

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lesser honeywort
Cerinthe minor
Not Evaluated
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식물
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피자식물문
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목련강
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지치목
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Boraginaceae
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Cerinthe
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of greater honeywort?
The scientific name of greater honeywort is Cerinthe major. It belongs to the genus Cerinthe.
Where does greater honeywort live?
greater honeywort is found in Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (Canada).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland.
What family does greater honeywort belong to?
greater honeywort (Cerinthe major) belongs to the genus Cerinthe, which is part of the taxonomic family Boraginaceae.
What kingdom does greater honeywort belong to?
greater honeywort (Cerinthe major) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of greater honeywort?
The closest relatives of greater honeywort in the genus Cerinthe include lesser honeywort.

Native Range — 11 Countries

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Genus Cerinthe — 2 Species

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greater honeywort
Cerinthe major
NE
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lesser honeywort
Cerinthe minor
NE
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