Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
barbata
ID:
744852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Taylor) U.Manns & Anderb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 39: 51 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744185

Common Names

  • Lysimachia Barbata
  • Bearded Loosestrife
  • Bearded Willowherb

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Description

Lysimachia barbata (also called Bearded Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the primrose family, native to Europe and Asia. It is a small herb, up to 1 m tall, with a stem up to 25 cm in diameter. It grows in temperate grasslands, at an altitude of 0-1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia barbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lysimachia barbata has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia barbata is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Lysimachia barbata

Lysimachia barbata is native to China and can be found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Lysimachia barbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia barbata?

Lysimachia barbata

What is the common name of Lysimachia barbata?

Bearded Lysimachia

Where is Lysimachia barbata found?

Lysimachia barbata is found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Lysimachia genus

Lysimachia vulgaris, Lysimachia scopulensis, Lysimachia scandens, Lysimachia ruhmeriana, Lysimachia santapaui, Lysimachia punctata, Lysimachia remotiflora, Lysimachia rapensis, Lysimachia radicans, Lysimachia thyrsiflora, Lysimachia terrestris, Lysimachia tenella, Lysimachia venosa, Lysimachia sumatranica, Lysimachia sikokiana, Lysimachia sertulata, Lysimachia serpyllifolia, Lysimachia baviensis, Lysimachia atropurpurea, Lysimachia assamica, Lysimachia eileta, Lysimachia eberhardtii, Lysimachia adoensis, Lysimachia ephemerum, Lysimachia maritima, Lysimachia minoricensis, Lysimachia linearifolia, Lysimachia leucantha, Lysimachia leschenaultii, Lysimachia liukiuensis, Lysimachia linum-stellatum, Lysimachia pendens, Lysimachia pilosa, Lysimachia pilophora, Lysimachia nemorum, Lysimachia nummularia, Lysimachia pacifica, Lysimachia oppositifolia, Lysimachia ohsumiensis, Lysimachia fraseri, Lysimachia dubia, Lysimachia cousiniana, Lysimachia forbesii, Lysimachia fletcheri, Lysimachia chenii, Lysimachia buxifolia, Lysimachia ciliata, Lysimachia clethroides, Lysimachia christinae, Lysimachia interjacens,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Peter Taylor (1926-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Taylor' in the authors string.
Ulrika Manns (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Manns' in the authors string.