Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
ephemerum
ID:
443305

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 146 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442637

Common Names

  • Lysimachia ephemerum
  • Ephemerum Lysimachia
  • Ephemerum Loosestrife

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Synonyms

  • Lysimachia salicifolia Mill. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia otani Asso [unknown]
  • Lysimachia glauca Moench [unknown]
  • Bernardina salicifolia Baudo [unknown]

Description

Lysimachia ephemerum (also called 'Ephemeral Loosestrife', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia ephemerum is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and bees. It can also be used as a ground cover to suppress weeds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysimachia ephemerum is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia ephemerum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Lysimachia ephemerum

Lysimachia ephemerum is native to China and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Lysimachia ephemerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia ephemerum?

Lysimachia ephemerum

What is the natural habitat of Lysimachia ephemerum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

What are the common names of Lysimachia ephemerum?

Ephemerum Lysimachia, Ephemerum Lysimachia

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,

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