Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
loddigesii
ID:
1334740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) I.M.Turner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 1136 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347194

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia loddigesii
  • Loddiges' Wahlenbergia
  • Loddigesii Wahlenbergia

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Description

Wahlenbergia loddigesii (also called Loddiges' Wahlenbergia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia loddigesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wahlenbergia loddigesii has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia loddigesii is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia loddigesii

Wahlenbergia loddigesii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Wahlenbergia loddigesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia loddigesii?

Wahlenbergia loddigesii

What is the common name of Wahlenbergia loddigesii?

Wahlenbergia

What are the characteristics of Wahlenbergia loddigesii?

Wahlenbergia loddigesii is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.