Lysimachia javanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
javanica
ID:
443523
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 736 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442855
Common Names
- Lysimachia Javanica
- Javanica Loosestrife
- Javanica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lysimachia javanica (also called Javanese Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It typically grows to a height of about 1 meter and has bright green leaves that are lance-shaped. It is found in moist meadows and along the edges of streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Lysimachia javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lysimachia javanica has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lysimachia javanica is a perennial plant native to Java. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lysimachia javanica
Lysimachia javanica is native to China and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Lysimachia javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lysimachia javanica?
Lysimachia javanica
What type of plant is Lysimachia javanica?
It is a shrub
Where is Lysimachia javanica found?
It is found in Mexico
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
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:701182-1: Based on the initial data import