Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tribracteatum
ID:
367590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salzm. ex Ten.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2): 190 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366922

Common Names

  • Lythrum tribracteatum
  • Tribracteatum
  • Three-Bracted Lythrum

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Synonyms

  • Lythrum dibracteatum Guss. [unknown]
  • Lythrum bibracteatum Salzm. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Lythrum salzmannii Jord. [unknown]
  • Lythrum nanum Nyman [unknown]
  • Lythrum microphyllum Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Lythrum thymifolium Sm. [illegitimate]
  • Lythrum thymifolia majus DC. [unknown]
  • Lythrum tribracteatum majus (DC.) Maire [unknown]

Description

Lythrum tribracteatum (also called Three-bracted Loosestrife, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in damp meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lythrum tribracteatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lythrum tribracteatum are small, pink and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lythrum tribracteatum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Lythrum tribracteatum

Lythrum tribracteatum is native to Europe and can be found in the wetland areas of the continent.

Lythrum tribracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lythrum tribracteatum?

Lythrum tribracteatum

What is the common name of Lythrum tribracteatum?

Three-Bracted Loosestrife

What is the family of Lythrum tribracteatum?

Lythraceae

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2354199: Based on the initial data import
Philipp Salzmann (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salzm.' in the authors string.
Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.