Globularia alypum Globularia alypum, called Turbith, is a mediterranean plant of the Plantaginaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub which grows in arid rockeries. The grey-green leaves are oval, alternate and have a short petiole. The blue flowers are odorous and bloom from autumn to spring. The fruit is an achene. Datasheet Common NameTurbith Botanical nameGlobularia alypum FamilyGlobulariaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliageDeciduous, Basic Colouryellow Height10 -> 20 cmHabitatwoodlands, scrublands, rocky slopes Altitude1900 mBloom TimeMay -> JunePlant Type Herbs Fruit TypeCapsuledifferent tolerancesTell usUsed PartsTell us Plant UsesTell us Active substancesTell us USDA Zone7 (-17), 8 (-12), 9 (-7), 10 (-1)Sun ExposureSunSoil pHAlkaline, NeutralSoil MoistureMoistSoil Type Sandy, Peaty, StonyPropagationby seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, by division, Self sowsGerminationTell us Pests/ DiseasesTell us Open Next Page To See More Photos. Globularia alypum Globularia alypum