Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
leucodon
ID:
471743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Rumel. 2: 17 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471075

Common Names

  • Leucodon Lousewort
  • Mountain Lousewort
  • Large-flowered Lousewort

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Description

Pedicularis leucodon (also called white-toothed lousewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Orobanchaceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem that bears a single, terminal flower. It is native to the western United States and Canada, where it grows in moist, rocky meadows and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis leucodon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pedicularis leucodon sub. occulta (Janka) E.Mayer
Pedicularis leucodon sub. leucodon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pedicularis leucodon has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are short and thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis leucodon is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Himalayan region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown on the surface of moist, well-drained soil and lightly covered. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Pedicularis leucodon

Pedicularis leucodon can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Pedicularis leucodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis leucodon?

Pedicularis leucodon

What is the natural habitat of Pedicularis leucodon?

Alpine meadows and grassy slopes

What is the flowering season of Pedicularis leucodon?

July to August

Species in the Pedicularis genus

Pedicularis collata, Pedicularis collettii, Pedicularis columigera, Pedicularis comosa, Pedicularis compacta, Pedicularis curvipes, Pedicularis chamissonoides, Pedicularis cheilanthifolia, Pedicularis chihuahuensis, Pedicularis cholashanensis, Pedicularis chorgonica, Pedicularis crassirostris, Pedicularis condensata, Pedicularis cornigera, Pedicularis cooperi, Pedicularis brachystachys, Pedicularis cabulica, Pedicularis brevifolia, Pedicularis brachyodonta, Pedicularis brevirostris, Pedicularis breviscaposa, Pedicularis bonatii, Pedicularis brachychila, Pedicularis cacuminidenta, Pedicularis caucasica, Pedicularis cephalanthoides, Pedicularis cenisia, Pedicularis cadmea, Pedicularis canescens, Pedicularis exigua, Pedicularis ferdinandi, Pedicularis evrardii, Pedicularis ernesti-mayeri, Pedicularis elsholtzioides, Pedicularis fetisowi, Pedicularis eriophora, Pedicularis fletcheri, Pedicularis flexosoides, Pedicularis flava, Pedicularis foliosa, Pedicularis fissa, Pedicularis flagellaris, Pedicularis flammea, Pedicularis delphinata, Pedicularis dasystachys, Pedicularis denudata, Pedicularis dhurensis, Pedicularis elongata, Pedicularis czuiliensis, Pedicularis daghestanica,

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807274-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].