pangalaenud

Pangalaenud is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae. It was first described in 1909. The genus is native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. Plants in this genus are typically herbaceous perennials or subshrubs. They are characterized by their usually blue or purple flowers, which are often borne in coiled cymes. The leaves are usually simple and alternate.

Species within Pangalaenud are often found in dry, rocky habitats, including steppes and open woodlands. The genus is relatively small, with only a few recognized species. One notable species is Pangalaenud orientalis, which is found in parts of the Eastern Mediterranean and has been used in traditional medicine. The exact taxonomic placement of Pangalaenud has been subject to some revision over time, with its relationship to other genera within Boraginaceae being a topic of botanical study. Research continues to explore the genetic and morphological characteristics that define this genus and its evolutionary history.