It seems strange to think that this plant is in the same genus as British shade plant Ajuga reptans (Bugle) but the flower shape is quite similar. Ajuga iva is a prostrate plant and is found in many Mediterranean regions and can have purple, pink or as this one has, yellow flowers. As a possible medicinal herb it has been reported as having anti-malarial, anti-oxidative and even cholesterol uptake inhibiting properties.

Near Carboneras, Spain, 19th March 2007

Added on 23rd May 2007, updated 21st June 2008, updated 22nd Feb 2010, updated 2nd March 2012