Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
475907

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 607 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475239

Common Names

  • Pedicularis sylvatica
  • Wood Lousewort
  • Woodland Lousewort

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Description

Pedicularis sylvatica (also called Sylvatic Pedicularis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a woody rootstock and grows to a height of about 40 cm. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellowish-green. It grows in dry meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis sylvatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pedicularis sylvatica sub. lusitanica (Hoffmanns. & Link) Cout.
Pedicularis sylvatica sub. hibernica D.A.Webb
Pedicularis sylvatica sub. sylvatica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pedicularis sylvatica is a yellow-orange color and has a long, tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis sylvatica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Pedicularis sylvatica

Pedicularis sylvatica can be found in the western United States, specifically in California, Oregon, and Nevada.

Pedicularis sylvatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis sylvatica?

Pedicularis sylvatica

What is the common name of Pedicularis sylvatica?

Wood Lousewort

What is the habitat of Pedicularis sylvatica?

Mountain meadows, grassy slopes, and open woodlands

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807692-1: 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].